Electrical Design Drafter

Responsibilities

• Create, revise, and maintain electrical schematics and control system drawings using AutoCAD.
• Develop complete electrical drawing packages for manufacturing and production.
• Generate and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs).
• Modify and complete existing designs based on project requirements and engineering direction.
• Select appropriate electrical components, including starters, breakers, wiring, and conduit.
• Ensure designs comply with National Electrical Code (NEC) and applicable UL requirements.
• Interpret electrical ladder diagrams, schematics, and mechanical drawings.
• Support troubleshooting efforts by reviewing and analyzing electrical circuits and documentation.
• Work closely with engineering, manufacturing, and project teams to ensure accurate and timely project completion.

Requirements

• Experience using AutoCAD for electrical drafting and design.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, ladder diagrams, and mechanical drawings.
• Knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and UL requirements.
• Experience creating and maintaining Bills of Materials (BOMs).
• Understanding of electrical components, wiring methods, and control panel layouts.
• Experience troubleshooting electrical circuits.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical training in Electrical Technology, Drafting, CAD, or a related field.
• Experience designing industrial control panels or automation systems.
• Manufacturing, OEM, or industrial equipment experience.
• Familiarity with motor controls, PLC systems, and industrial electrical equipment.

Benefits

Benefits include billable holidays and paid time off. This position is open to being remote or hybrid.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.50 - $55.00/hr. 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).

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. The company is 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. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.