Mechanical Drafter

Job Title: Mechanical Drafter
Job Description
This role is ideal for a mid-level mechanical drafter who brings strong HVAC and plumbing design experience and is eager to contribute to a wide variety of building projects. You will focus on mechanical and plumbing systems within HVAC applications, using Revit and 3D modeling tools to support engineers and other drafters in delivering high-quality construction documents. The position offers stability, a strong professional reputation, and the opportunity to gain broad experience while working in a collaborative office environment in Midtown.
Responsibilities
Develop detailed mechanical and plumbing drawings for HVAC systems using Revit and other 3D modeling tools.
Produce accurate construction documents and layouts that support mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) design requirements.
Collaborate closely with engineers and other drafters to translate design concepts into clear, buildable plans.
Coordinate mechanical and plumbing designs with electrical and architectural design teams to ensure fully integrated project deliverables.
Apply knowledge of HVAC and plumbing systems to support design decisions and resolve layout or coordination issues.
Review and update drawings based on design changes, engineering feedback, and construction requirements.
Support consultants or contractors by providing clear documentation and responding to drawing-related questions.
Maintain organized project files and drawing standards to ensure consistency across multiple projects.
Contribute to a variety of projects, gaining experience in different building types and system configurations.
Essential Skills
37 years of HVAC and/or plumbing drafting or design experience, with a focus on mechanical systems.
Minimum of 3 years of mechanical and/or plumbing design experience in HVAC for mid-level consideration.
Proficiency in Revit MEP for mechanical and plumbing drafting and design.
Hands-on experience with 3D modeling in a construction or MEP environment.
Experience in HVAC design and plumbing design for building projects.
Experience working in consulting or contractor environments on MEP-related projects.
Understanding of MEP systems and their coordination with electrical and architectural design.
Ability to produce accurate, detailed drawings and construction documents.
Strong collaboration skills to work effectively with engineers, drafters, and other design professionals.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Sacramento, CA.
Pay And Benefits
The pay range for this position is $32.00 - $48.00/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 Sacramento, CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 31, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Sacramento,CA.
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.
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Work arrangement
Yes