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CAD Designer
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Middletown, Orange County, New York, 10940, USA
Listed on 2026-07-27
Listing for:
Actalent
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-07-27
Job specializations:
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Engineering
CAD/ AutoCAD/ Mechanical Design, Engineering Design & Technologists, Building Services Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Are you passionate about design, engineering, and the built environment? Join a collaborative and growing MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, and Fire Protection) consulting firm where you'll have the opportunity to work on impactful projects that shape schools, hospitals, universities, commercial buildings, and community facilities across the region.
Whether you're an emerging designer just starting your career or an experienced CAD professional looking to expand your technical expertise, this role offers hands-on mentorship, exposure to a wide variety of projects, and a clear path for professional growth within the building sciences industry.
What You'll Do
As a CAD Designer, you'll work directly with engineers and fellow design professionals to develop accurate construction documents and building system layouts that bring projects to life.
Key Responsibilities
+ Create and revise Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Fire Protection, and HVAC drawings using AutoCAD and other design software.
+ Transform engineer markups and redlines into precise, high-quality construction documents.
+ Support projects ranging from K-12 schools and universities to healthcare facilities, commercial properties, retail spaces, and institutional buildings.
+ Utilize X-Refs, layer management, and drafting best practices to maintain organized and coordinated drawing packages.
+ Collaborate closely with engineers and design teams to ensure project goals, schedules, and quality standards are achieved.
+ Assist with design coordination and drawing revisions throughout all phases of a project, from conceptual design through construction.
+ Contribute to increasingly complex projects as your skills and experience grow.
+ Support project documentation, schedules, and reporting using Microsoft Office applications.
+ Continuously expand your technical knowledge by learning new software, design methodologies, and industry best practices.
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
+ 0-8 years of experience in CAD drafting or design.
+ Experience working with MEP, HVAC, or building systems projects.
+ Strong working knowledge of AutoCAD.
+ Understanding of X-Refs, layer management, and CAD best practices.
+ Ability to accurately interpret and implement engineering markups and redlines.
+ Knowledge of Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Fire Protection, or HVAC systems.
+ Strong communication and teamwork skills.
+ Eagerness to learn and grow within a professional engineering environment.
+ Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Preferred Qualifications
+ AutoCAD and/or Revit certification.
+ Experience using Revit for MEP design and modeling.
+ Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering Technology, Drafting, Design, Architecture, or a related field.
+ Exposure to building systems design and construction documentation.
+ Genuine interest in developing a long-term career in MEP engineering and building sciences.
Why Join Us?
This is more than a drafting position-it's an opportunity to build a rewarding career with a respected firm that has been serving clients for more than 60 years.
What We Offer
Hands-on mentorship from experienced engineers and designers
Career-specific training and professional development opportunities
Exposure to a diverse portfolio of educational, healthcare, commercial, retail, and institutional projects
Modern design tools and collaborative project teams
Stable, employee-focused work environment with long-term growth potential
Comprehensive benefits package including:
+ Medical coverage
+ Paid vacation
+ Paid sick time
+ Paid continuing education and training
+ 401(k) retirement plan
Opportunity to work for a Certified Veteran-Owned organization with a strong reputation in the industry
Work Environment
This position is based out of our Middletown, NY office and follows a standard Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM-5:00 PM schedule. You'll join a dedicated CAD team within a well-established 45+ person engineering firm operating from offices in Middletown and Poughkeepsie.
You'll work alongside talented engineers…
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