Drafter

Location: Richmond

Job Title:

Drafter

Job Description

This position supports a long-term grid-resiliency initiative aimed at reducing storm-related power outages by relocating the most outage-prone overhead tap lines underground. The goal is to convert 4,000 miles of overhead lines to underground systems to improve reliability and streamline restoration efforts following severe weather. As a CAD Specialist/Drafter, you will work closely with the right-of-way and design teams to produce plat exhibits using AutoCAD.

These exhibits visually represent the project parcel(s) for underground and/or overhead distribution easement documents.

Responsibilities

* Draft necessary easements along the proposed cable route.

* Ensure all spelling, title blocks, addresses, property ownership, and parcel numbers are correct.

* Review work and complete quality control checklists.

* Submit work to supervisor for final approval.

Essential Skills

* Proficiency in AutoCAD and drafting.

* Experience with underground utilities and telecom is a plus.

* Ability to proofread and perform quality control on work.

* Experience or schooling in Drafting or Design.

Additional

Skills & Qualifications

* Interest in entering the Energy and Utility industry.

* Ability to be badged by the client, including passing a screening and drug test.

Work Environment

The work environment is primarily office-based with occasional field visits for data collection or validation. The position follows a hybrid schedule, requiring in-office presence during training. Once productive and efficient, you will have two remote workdays each week, with the flexibility to choose one day and Friday being the second.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Richmond, VA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $23.80/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 hybrid position in Richmond,VA.

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 20, 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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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