Job Information
Actalent Cad Technician in Madison Heights, Michigan
Job Title: BIM Modeler
Must have Revit and elecrical
Job Description
As a CAD Technician, you will be responsible for drafting and providing designs to the Engineering team. Your role includes taking raw data and transforming it into working drawings, building upon these to add construction layers such as electrical auxiliary systems, power distribution, lighting systems, and fire alarm systems, to create comprehensive construction documents. You will need to consult with engineers to ensure accuracy and fill in technical details.
Responsibilities
Draft and provide designs to Engineering
Create as-built drawings, including specifications and design of site, interior, and emergency lighting
Coordinate with mechanical contract drawings to ensure accurate placement of lighting systems
Produce detailed electrical schematics
Fill in technical details using drawings, rough sketches, and specifications
Perform calculations for placement accuracy
Clean up data through rendering and redlining
Research specifications and datasheets as needed
Log drawings and database entries
Participate in weekly team meetings regarding project schedules
Essential Skills
2+ years of experience as a BIM Modeler, Detailer, Technician, or Coordinator
Proficiency in Revit, either electrical (preferred) or architectural
Experience in designing and building detailed 3D models of electrical systems (conduits, fixtures, panels)
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Electrical, Mechanical, or Architectural related degree
Experience with BIM Navisworks
Diverse project experience including commercial, industrial, healthcare, and automotive buildings
Work Environment
The position is based in an office located in Madison Heights, with a team of 20 employees, while the rest of the staff are in the field as Installers, Field Techs, and Electricians. The team works from 8am to 5pm in a casual attire environment where jeans and button-ups are allowed. The office is part of a dynamic production environment where you will work on 3-6 projects simultaneously. The company boasts a diverse customer base across automotive buildings, industrial plants, and commercial complexes.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Madison Heights, MI.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $35.00/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 remote position.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 16, 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.
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.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.