Drafter/designer

Drafter / Cad Technician

Location: Milwaukee, WI

Industry: Telecom & Utility Engineering

Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Overview

We are looking for a detail-oriented and technically skilled Drafter / Cad Technician to join our growing team in the telecom and utility engineering sector. This role involves creating precise underground and aerial fiber layouts using AutoCAD and ArcGIS, supporting infrastructure development for telecom providers and utility companies. You'll play a key role in permitting, mapping, and documentation processes for a variety of municipal and private projects.

Key Responsibilities

Develop accurate land base prints in AutoCAD for field operations.

Produce comprehensive utility plan sets for construction teams.

Design permit drawings tailored to the requirements of various permitting authorities.

Assemble detailed job books and documentation upon project completion.

Import, export, and manage multiple file formats related to CAD and GIS workflows.

Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and permitting agencies to ensure project accuracy and compliance.

Required Skills & Qualifications

Proficiency in AutoCAD with a strong understanding of drafting standards and practices.

Ability to interpret engineering drawings and translate field data into accurate CAD designs.

Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with ArcGIS or similar GIS platforms.

Prior exposure to the telecom or utility industries.

Familiarity with permitting processes and municipal standards.

Knowledge of fiber optic network design is a plus.

Why Join Us?

Work on impactful infrastructure projects that shape communities.

Be part of a collaborative and innovative team.

Opportunities for professional growth and skill development.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $22.00/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 Milwaukee, WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 19, 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.