CAD Technician
Listed on 2026-01-01
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Engineering
Engineering Design & Technologists, CAD/ AutoCAD/ Mechanical Design
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Job TitleCAD Technician
Responsibilities- Draft and provide designs to Engineering.
- Create as‑built drawings including the specification and design of site lighting, interior lighting, and emergency lighting.
- Develop and maintain drawings used by the field team.
- Coordinate with mechanical contract drawings to ensure accurate placement of lighting systems.
- Produce detailed electrical schematics.
- Fill in technical details using drawings, rough sketches, and specifications.
- Perform calculations for placement accuracy.
- Clean up data through rendering, redlining, etc.
- Research specifications and datasheets as needed.
- Log drawings and database entries.
- Participate in weekly team meetings regarding project schedules.
- 2+ years of experience as a BIM Modeler, Detailer, Technician, or Coordinator.
- Proficiency in Revit, with a preference for electrical applications.
- Experience designing and building detailed 3D models of electrical systems such as conduits, fixtures, and panels.
Skills & Qualifications
- Electrical, Mechanical, or Architectural related degree.
- Experience with BIM Navisworks.
- Exposure to a diverse project base including commercial, industrial, healthcare, and automotive buildings.
The role is based in an office in Madison Heights, which houses 20 employees, with additional staff working in the field as Installers, Field Techs, and Electricians. The field staff are part of a Local Union. Work hours are from 8am to 5pm, with a casual attire policy allowing jeans and button‑up shirts. The team includes Project Management & Project Engineers, Estimators, Designers/Design Engineers, General Superintendents, and Administration & C‑Level Executives.
JobType & Location
Contract to Hire – Madison Heights, MI
Pay And BenefitsPay range: $24.00–$35.00/hr
- 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)
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.
EEOStatement
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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Seniority levelEntry level
Employment typeContract
Job functionInformation Technology
IndustriesConstruction Hardware Manufacturing
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