Drafter/designer

About the role

The CAD Designer is responsible for creating accurate and detailed models & drawings using CAD software based on provided instructions, sketches, and layouts. This role involves working closely with engineers and other team members to produce high quality models & drawings for various projects.

Responsibilities

• Prepare models & drawings using CAD software according to provided instructions.
• Perform model & drawing changes and revisions as directed by engineers or project managers.
• Receive close supervision, instruction, and review of work to ensure accuracy and compliance with standards.
• Follow modeling & drafting practices and procedures to produce clear and concise consumable models & drawings.
• Communicate effectively with team members to understand project requirements and timelines.

Requirements

• Associates Degree (Technology or Drafting or similar) plus experience; or related vocational technical high school program.
• Proficiency in a CAD software.
• Basic understanding of drafting practices and procedures (e.g. Geometric, Dimensioning & Tolerancing).
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.

Qualifications

• Entry level position.
• Contract position based out of Schenectady, NY.

Skills

• CAD design
• Drafting
• Autocad
• Mechanical

Top Skills

• CAD design
• Drafting

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Associates Degree (Technology or Drafting or similar)
• Proficiency in a CAD software
• Basic understanding of drafting practices and procedures
• (e.g. Geometric, Dimensioning & Tolerancing)
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $33.00/hr.

Requirements

• Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment.
• Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms.
• If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Schenectady, NY.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.