Mechanical Drafter

Mechanical Drafter

Make an immediate impact modernizing a nationwide portfolio of convenience stores. As a Mechanical Drafter, you'll be the hub between design, construction partners, and internal stakeholders-driving project check‑ins, redlines, and CAD updates that keep remodels on time and on spec.

What you'll do

+ Own project check‑ins to confirm scope, inputs, and initial requirements are complete.

+ Create and update basic CAD designs that launch projects quickly and accurately.

+ Coordinate redesigns of newly acquired stores so they align with established brand standards.

+ Redline plans in Bluebeam, consolidating feedback and resolving discrepancies with speed and clarity.

+ Partner cross‑functionally (design, construction, vendors) to remove blockers and keep schedules moving.

+ Balance your week at ~70-80% project coordination and ~20-30% CAD/design work.

Location & schedule

+ Onsite at client offices - Ankeny, IA

+ Business‑casual environment

+ 40 hours/week, minimal overtime

What you'll bring

+ Proven project coordination skills and reliable data entry/organization.

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Experience with construction/design review and design‑build workflows.

+ Proficiency in AutoCAD and Bluebeam (redlining & plan review).

+ Exposure to 3D design, Revit, and MEP concepts.

+ Detail‑driven mindset with strong follow‑through.

Nice to have

+ Associate's or Bachelor's degree (preferred).

+ Hands‑on 2D/3D drafting experience.

Why you'll love this role

+ Visible impact:
Your coordination and redlines directly accelerate store relaunches.

+ Variety:
Switch between stakeholder coordination and hands‑on CAD work.

+ Clarity & balance:
Stable schedule with minimal OT in a collaborative, business‑casual setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Ankeny, IA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $110000.00/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 fully onsite position in Ankeny,IA.

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 28, 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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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