Electrical CAD Drafter

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Electrical CAD Drafter / Operator

Job Description

This role focuses on providing electrical CAD drafting support for ongoing new construction commercial and residential projects across all five boroughs. You will create accurate electrical drawings, participate in coordination meetings, and collaborate closely with project teams to ensure that designs align with electrical codes and project requirements. The position offers strong benefits, local projects, and clear opportunities for growth and advancement within a well-established organization.

Responsibilities

• Produce detailed electrical CAD drawings for new construction commercial and residential projects in all five boroughs.
• Draft electrical layouts and details based on shop drawings and as-built drawings provided by the project team.
• Read and interpret electrical blueprints to create accurate and compliant drawings.
• Apply knowledge of electrical codes to ensure all drawings meet applicable standards and regulations.
• Attend and actively participate in coordination meetings with project managers and other team members.
• Collaborate closely with the project manager to understand project scope, timelines, and design requirements.
• Update and revise drawings as needed throughout the project lifecycle to reflect design changes and field conditions.
• Use AutoCAD, including 3D functionality, to develop and modify electrical drawings efficiently.
• Support building drafting activities and ensure that electrical layouts integrate properly with other building systems.
• Work independently on assigned drafting tasks, managing time effectively to meet project deadlines.
• Maintain organized drawing files and documentation for each project.
• Demonstrate consistent drafting quality, speed, and accuracy, and respond constructively to technical feedback.

Essential Skills

• 2+ years of experience as an Electrical CAD Drafter or Operator working on new construction commercial and residential projects.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD with demonstrated experience using AutoCAD 3D for electrical drafting.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical blueprints accurately.
• Knowledge of electrical codes and the ability to apply them in drafting work.
• Experience in electrical drafting for building projects.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in creating and revising drawings.
• Ability to work independently and manage drafting tasks with minimal supervision.
• Comfort participating in coordination meetings and collaborating with project managers and team members.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience using Revit for electrical or building-related drafting.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel for project-related documentation and tracking.
• Familiarity with new construction workflows for both commercial and residential projects.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple drawings and project files.
• Effective communication skills to discuss technical details with project stakeholders.
• Motivation to grow within a large organization and take on increasing responsibility over time.

Work Environment

The role is based in an office located in Brooklyn, NY, with all projects local to the New York City area. Project start times are at 7:00 a.m., so you should be comfortable with early starts and a schedule aligned to active construction projects. You will work in a professional office environment using AutoCAD, AutoCAD 3D, Revit, and Microsoft Excel as core tools. The organization emphasizes technical ability, drafting speed, and the confidence to work independently, and you will be evaluated heavily on these aspects. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes holidays, vacation, sick time, medical, dental, and a pension plan. There is a strong focus on career development, with clear opportunities for growth and advancement within a leading electrical firm, and all work remains local, minimizing extensive travel.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Brooklyn, NY.

The pay range for this position is $29.00 - $41.00/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 Brooklyn,NY.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 7, 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.

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 ziprecruiter.com 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.