• Cad Technician

    Actalent (Des Moines, IA)


    CAD Technician

    Job Description

    We are seeking a dedicated CAD Technician to maintain project schedules, provide progress reports, and collaborate with engineers and project managers. This role involves engaging in the design and drafting of engineering plans, revising or modifying drawings as needed, and performing calculations under specific instructions.

    Responsibilities

    + Maintain project schedules and provide regular progress reports.

    + Collaborate with engineers and project managers to complete drafting tasks.

    + Engage in the design and drafting of engineering plans.

    + Revise or modify drawings as needed.

    + Perform quantity calculations as directed.

    + Prepare detailed engineering drawings using CADD software from sketches or verbal instructions.

    + Follow standard procedures for layering and drawing.

    Essential Skills

    + Previous experience with design software.

    + Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Relevant educational background is preferred.

    + Experience with various engineering software such as OpenRoads is preferred.

    + Experience in civil engineering design is preferred.

    + 3-5 years of experience is preferred.

    Work Environment

    This role is primarily office-based with occasional field visits. The work takes place onsite in Urbandale or Cedar Rapids. The position offers opportunities for advancement into senior -level roles, allowing for skill development and certification acquisition, with the potential to evolve into a local leadership role.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $45.00/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)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Des Moines,IA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jun 4, 2025.

    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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    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 due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.