Electrical Drafter

Job Title: Electrical Drafter Job Description
The Electrical Drafter creates and modifies detailed electrical drawings and models using Revit and other BIM tools to support construction and coordination activities. This role focuses on routing and declashing electrical conduit systems, producing accurate shop drawings, and contributing to 2D and 3D design documentation for a variety of complex projects.
Responsibilities
- Create and modify electrical drawings and 3D models using Revit and other BIM software in accordance with drafting standards, practices, and techniques.
- Perform routine drafting assignments that require a thorough understanding of computer-aided design systems and electrical construction documentation.
- Develop quick actions and commands within the CAD/BIM environment to streamline drawing creation and improve productivity.
- Apply mathematics and conversion calculations to prepare accurate drawings and resize design dimensions for subsequent production processes.
- Review work orders, procedural manuals, and project documentation to determine critical dimensions, design requirements, and coordination needs.
- Calculate figures to convert design dimensions into resizing dimensions using conversion charts, calculators, and other tools.
- Focus on drawing, routing, and declashing electrical conduit systems to support field installation and coordination with other trades.
- Create Revit worksheets and participate in Revit worksharing processes to collaborate effectively with design and construction teams.
- Translate verbal and general written direction into clear, detailed, and constructible shop drawings and documentation.
- Manipulate Revit families, views, browser structure, sheets, schedules, filters, and related functions to organize and present project information effectively.
- Work fluently in both 2D and 3D space to support modeling, detailing, and coordination efforts.
- Support 3D coordination with other trades by integrating and reviewing models, identifying conflicts, and contributing to clash resolution.
- Receive, organize, and transmit documents on behalf of the design team, ensuring accurate and timely information flow.
- Operate plotters, printers, and reproduction systems used in the office or on job sites to produce drawing sets and documentation.
- Import spreadsheets, photos, images, and word processing files into Revit projects to enhance drawing clarity and project coordination.
- Read and interpret 2D plans, either electronically or in hard copy, and incorporate relevant information into Revit models and drawings.
- Create simple parametric families, utilize shared parameters, develop schedules, and build more complex geometry in Revit when needed.
- Prepare copies and help assemble sets of documents for internal teams, field personnel, and external stakeholders.
- Download drawings and project information from web platforms, SharePoint, FTP sites, and other project websites.
- Perform additional drafting and documentation duties as assigned to support project and team needs.
Essential Skills
- Experience creating and modifying electrical drawings and models using Revit software.
- Working experience in electrical drafting or MEP drafting using Revit.
- High school diploma or GED combined with drafting courses; one to two years of technical training preferred.
- General working knowledge of construction-related software including Revit, Navisworks, AutoCAD, and Bluebeam.
- Ability to create Revit worksheets and effectively participate in Revit worksharing processes.
- Ability to take verbal and general written direction and convert it into accurate, constructible shop drawings.
- Ability to manipulate Revit families, views, browser structure, sheets, schedules, filters, and related functions.
- Fluency working in both 2D and 3D design and modeling environments.
- Understanding of 3D coordination with other trades and the ability to support clash detection and resolution.
- Ability to receive, organize, and transmit project documents on behalf of the design team.
- Fluency with plotters, printers, and reproduction systems used in office or job site environments.
- Ability to import spreadsheets, photos, images, and word processing files into Revit projects.
- Ability to read and interpret 2D plans in electronic or hard copy format.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- One to two years of technical drafting or related training beyond high school is preferred.
- Experience with BIM workflows and 3D modeling for electrical systems using Revit, AutoCAD, Navisworks, and related tools.
- Experience drafting, designing, and producing construction documents and blueprints for electrical or MEP projects.
- Background in electrical consulting, electrical contracting, or similar construction environments is beneficial.
- Skills above and beyond the basics, including creating simple parametric families in Revit, utilizing shared parameters, creating schedules, and developing complex geometry.
- Ability to support document preparation, including making copies and assembling drawing sets for project stakeholders.
- Comfort downloading and managing drawings and information from web-based platforms, SharePoint, and FTP project sites.
Work Environment
This role offers a hybrid work schedule, typically with three days in the office and two days working from home. The position may be based in Oregon (Portland or Hillsboro), Boise, Idaho, or Phoenix, Arizona, supporting a variety of local and regional electrical construction projects, including data centers and other large-scale facilities. You work primarily with BIM and CAD technologies such as Revit, Navisworks, AutoCAD, and Bluebeam in a professional office environment that emphasizes collaboration, coordination with other trades, and continuous learning. During the consultancy period, team members receive seven paid holidays (New Years Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, the day after Thanksgiving, and Christmas), vacation time, sick time accrued as required, and access to Udemy for professional growth and training. The culture promotes professional development, quality documentation, and effective communication across project teams.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Portland, OR.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $45.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. 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)
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Portland, OR.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 31, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Portland,OR. 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.

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