Drafter

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Drafter

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Drafter to create and modify 2D AutoCAD drawings for valve-related components and assemblies. In this role, you will develop and document mechanical hardware components that connect valve and actuator systems. You will collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to ensure accurate and manufacturable designs, and support troubleshooting and design improvements for existing products. Your responsibilities will also include assisting with quality control documentation, drawing updates, and maintaining drawing standards with proper version control.

Responsibilities

• Create and modify 2D AutoCAD drawings for valve-related components and assemblies.
• Develop and document mechanical hardware components that connect valve and actuator systems.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to ensure accurate and manufacturable designs.
• Support troubleshooting and design improvements for existing products.
• Assist with quality control documentation and drawing updates.
• Maintain drawing standards and ensure proper version control.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in AutoCAD (2D drafting required).
• 0-1 year of experience in drafting.
• Associate degree in AutoCAD or Certification in AutoCAD.
• Experience drafting mechanical components, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to interpret technical drawings.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with SolidWorks.
• Adaptability and eagerness to grow within a developing in-house engineering function.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Missouri City, TX.

The pay range for this position is $12.00 - $20.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Missouri City,TX.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 26, 2026.

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.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.