Cad Drafter

Job Title: Drafter

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Architectural/Structural CAD Drafter & Field Technician to support forensic engineering investigations involving commercial, institutional, industrial, and residential structures. This position combines advanced CAD drafting responsibilities with field investigation work, including building inspections, site surveys, measurements, documentation, and support of engineering evaluations.

Responsibilities

• Create accurate architectural and structural drawings, details, plans, elevations, sections, and exhibits for forensic engineering projects.
• Develop CAD drawings from field measurements, engineer notes, photographs, sketches, and survey data.
• Prepare construction details illustrating building failures, construction deficiencies, damage conditions, and repair recommendations.
• Establish and maintain CAD standards, drawing templates, title blocks, layer structures, and drafting procedures.
• Support engineers with preparation of technical exhibits, presentations, and expert witness graphics.
• Review and improve existing CAD workflows, standards, and documentation processes.
• Act as the office resource for CAD software, updates, best practices, and drafting efficiency improvements.
• Assist with implementation and management of BIM workflows where applicable.
• Conduct site visits throughout the region to document existing conditions of buildings and structures.
• Perform field measurements and prepare as-built documentation.
• Assist engineers with forensic investigations involving structural damage, building envelope failures, construction defects, moisture intrusion, settlement, and other building-related issues.
• Collect photographic documentation and field observations.
• Utilize drones, laser measuring equipment, scanners, and other technologies as needed.
• Prepare site sketches and field reports.
• Maintain detailed documentation and records from site investigations.
• Travel independently to project sites and client locations.
• Work closely with architects, engineers, contractors, property owners, and insurance representatives.
• Manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
• Ensure accuracy, consistency, and quality of all drafting and field documentation.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of technical standards and project workflows.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chester, NJ.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $40.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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 Contract to Hire position based out of Chester, NJ.

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 3, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Chester,NJ.

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 View email address on click.appcast.io for other accommodation options.

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.

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.