Lead Design Technology AutoCAD Drafter
Job Title Lead Design Technology Specialist - AutoCAD
Job Description
We are seeking a Lead Design Technology Specialist to take charge of and elevate our CAD standards, drafting systems, and automation capabilities throughout the organization. This role is perfect for someone who combines deep expertise in AutoCAD with a systems-oriented mindset. The ideal candidate will have experience in building standards, understanding large-scale drawing production, and creating structure in a rapidly growing environment. You will lead the development of CAD standards, symbol libraries, and automation tools while supporting engineers and designers in delivering high-quality, consistent, and scalable drawing packages.
Responsibilities
- Lead the development and implementation of company-wide CAD standards and drafting best practices.
- Own and manage symbol libraries, title blocks, and drawing templates across all disciplines.
- Develop and maintain smart blocks, dynamic blocks, and scalable CAD libraries.
- Drive automation initiatives, including workflow optimization and repeatable design processes.
- Standardize drawing structures to support utility-scale solar and BESS projects.
- Utilize AutoCAD XRefs and Excel data links to improve consistency and efficiency across large drawing sets.
- Review drawing sets and workflows to identify inefficiencies and implement improvements.
- Support engineers and designers by ensuring clarity, structure, and consistency in drafting outputs.
- Train and mentor team members on CAD standards, tools, and best practices.
- Collaborate with leadership to continuously improve design processes and delivery quality.
Essential Skills
- 5+ years of advanced AutoCAD drafting experience in structured production environments.
- Proven experience in developing or managing CAD standards, templates, and libraries.
- Strong experience in producing electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, or similar deliverables.
- Experience supporting utility-scale solar, BESS, or large infrastructure projects preferred.
- Deep expertise in block management, dynamic blocks, and drafting automation.
- Experience using XRefs and Excel data links in complex drawing environments.
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify inefficiencies and inconsistencies at a systems level.
- Ability to communicate effectively with engineers, designers, and leadership.
- Experience building or improving drafting workflows and processes.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Basic understanding of civil drawings or site plans preferred.
- Experience working in highly structured, shared CAD environments.
Work Environment
This role is based in a multi-disciplinary engineering office that offers the flexibility to work a hybrid remote schedule. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Maitland, FL. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $36.00/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)
Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in Maitland,FL. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 18, 2026. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:
- Hiring diverse talent
- Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
- Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
- Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer. About Actalent 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. 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. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job