<p>Entry-Level Drafter - Distribution Design</p> <p>Launch Your Career Designing the Systems That Deliver Power to Communities</p> <p>Are you an early-career Drafter looking to break into electric distribution design? This is an opportunity to grow your technical skills while working on real-world projects that keep communities connected and powered. You'll join a collaborative, employee-focused organization that invests in training, mentorship, and long-term career growth-giving you a strong foundation for a future in engineering and infrastructure design.</p> <p>What You'll Do</p> <p>As a Drafter supporting distribution projects, you'll assist engineers and lead designers in preparing high-quality drawings for overhead and underground distribution systems. You'll gain hands-on experience with industry standards, utility requirements, and CAD tools while contributing to impactful projects from day one.</p> <p>Key Responsibilities</p> <ul> <li>Assist in preparing distribution design drawings using standardized drafting techniques based on engineer sketches, markups, and verbal direction. </li><li>Develop and modify drawings for electric distribution systems, including plan and profile views, equipment layouts, and related schematics. </li><li>Apply company, client, and project standards to produce accurate and consistent drawing packages. </li><li>Compile initial drawings, calculations, and design information into complete models for engineering review. </li><li>Coordinate with engineers, designers, and project managers to understand design intent and project requirements. </li><li>Incorporate engineering redlines and execute drawing revisions throughout the project lifecycle. </li><li>Collaborate with drafters and designers across multiple disciplines to support integrated designs. </li><li>Continue developing CAD skills with coaching, training, and exposure to advanced tools. </li></ul> <p>What You Bring</p> <p>Required Skills</p> <ul> <li>Proficiency in AutoCAD </li><li>Working knowledge of CAD fundamentals and drafting techniques </li><li>Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn </li></ul> <p>Preferred (Not Required) Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>Experience or coursework related to utility, electrical, or distribution design </li><li>Exposure to MicroStation </li><li>Familiarity with SolidWorks, Revit, and/or Civil 3D </li><li>Associate of Science in Drafting or Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology </li></ul> <p>Why This Is a Great Place to Start Your Career</p> <ul> <li>Early-career support: Learn directly from experienced engineers and designers through mentoring and on-the-job training. </li><li>Clear growth paths: Build technical expertise and open doors to advanced drafting, design, or engineering roles. </li><li>Employee-focused culture: You're supported, valued, and encouraged to ask questions and contribute ideas. </li><li>Meaningful work: Be part of projects that strengthen power delivery and serve communities nationwide. </li><li>Exposure to real projects: Gain experience on a wide variety of distribution projects instead of repetitive, isolated tasks. </li></ul> <p>Work Environment</p> <p>You'll work in a team-oriented design environment alongside engineers, project managers, and fellow drafters, using modern CAD systems to support distribution design projects. The role emphasizes communication, collaboration, and continuous learning-making it an ideal fit for candidates early in their career.</p> <p>Job Type & Location</p> <p>This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Kansas City, MO.</p> <p>Pay and Benefits</p> <p>The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $25.00/hr.</p> <p>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:</p> <ul> <li>Medical, dental & vision </li><li>Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital </li><li>401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available </li><li>Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) </li><li>Short and long-term disability </li><li>Health Spending Account (HSA) </li><li>Transportation benefits </li><li>Employee Assistance Program </li><li>Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) </li></ul> <p>Workplace Type</p> <p>This is a fully onsite position in Kansas City,MO.</p> <p>Application Deadline</p> <p>This position is anticipated to close on May 5, 2026.</p> <p>Diversity, Equity & Inclusion</p> <p>At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:</p> <ul> <li>Hiring diverse talent </li><li>Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection </li><li>Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes </li><li>Ensuring growth opportunities for our people </li></ul> <p>Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.</p> <p>About Actalent</p> <p>Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we've helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC-with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.</p> <p>Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.</p>