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Job Title: CAD Drafter

Job Description

This role seeks a CAD Drafter who will create detailed drawings from scratch using SolidWorks, with a primary focus on piping systems. You will support overflow design and drafting work, develop and maintain CAD models and component libraries, and ensure accurate bill of materials validation for manufacturing and semiconductor-related projects.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed CAD drawings and models from scratch using SolidWorks, with a strong emphasis on piping systems.
• Develop, configure, and update CAD models for pipes, valves, clamps, and related components.
• Build, organize, and maintain a comprehensive library of parts, including pipes, valves, clamps, and other piping system elements.
• Configure designs using existing component libraries, adjusting line lengths and layouts to meet project requirements.
• Perform field visits as needed to gather accurate measurements, dimensions, and layout details for piping systems and related equipment.
• Translate hand drawings, measurements, and field data into precise CAD models and drawings.
• Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, 3D models, and other technical documentation to ensure accurate design and drafting.
• Validate bills of materials (BOMs) to ensure accuracy, completeness, and alignment with CAD models and design specifications.
• Support semiconductor and manufacturing equipment projects by producing and updating CAD drawings and models.
• Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to address design changes, clarify requirements, and resolve drafting issues.
• Ensure that all drawings and models follow internal standards, industry best practices, and project-specific guidelines.
• Assist in documenting and maintaining design revisions, version control, and drawing records.

Essential Skills

• Approximately 2+ years of SolidWorks CAD experience.
• Proven ability to develop CAD models using SolidWorks, including creating drawings from scratch.
• Experience working with piping systems, including pipes, valves, and clamps.
• Demonstrated experience with bill of materials (BOM) validation.
• Strong drafting and CAD skills, with the ability to produce clear and accurate drawings.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, 3D models, hand drawings, and measurements.
• Experience working with manufacturing equipment.
• Comfort with field measurement work, including capturing sizes, dimensions, and layouts.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in industrial, architectural, or plant design.
• Experience working with semiconductor tools is preferred.
• Familiarity with semiconductor or manufacturing environments.
• Attention to accuracy in CAD modeling and BOM validation.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Strong organizational skills to manage part libraries and design documentation.

Work Environment

This position is based onsite at an office in Tempe, working five days per week. Standard hours are 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with overtime available depending on workload and project needs. The role may require occasional field visits, for which mileage reimbursement is provided. There is potential for remote flexibility in the future, depending on business needs and performance. You will work in a professional engineering and manufacturing-focused environment that leverages SolidWorks and other CAD tools to support semiconductor and manufacturing equipment projects. The organization offers a comprehensive benefits package, including an annual achievement award, a 401(k) plan with company match and performance-based contributions, an onsite wellness clinic, wellness incentives, an employee personal assistance program, dental, medical, vision, and short-term and long-term disability insurance, paid holidays, personal time, vacation, parental leave, and tuition reimbursement.

This is a Contract position based out of Tempe, AZ.

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $30.00/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 Tempe,AZ.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 24, 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 actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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