Job Title
Designer/Engineer at Actalent
Job Description
We are seeking a skilled Designer/Engineer to join our team. This position is to replace a team member relocating due to family reasons. Initially, you will focus on designing and simple modeling of parts and pieces needed for systems and fabrication drawings, under the guidance of a lead or project engineer. As you gain experience and knowledge, you will progress to updating models and parts, and eventually, you will engage in full product design. You will also participate in fieldwork, taking measurements, examining systems, participating in project kickoffs, planning, and overseeing customer signoffs through design and equipment installation.
Responsibilities
- Start as a designer, creating simple models and fabrication drawings.
- Update models and parts from the Vault as directed.
- Grow into full product design responsibilities.
- Conduct fieldwork, including measurements and system assessments.
- Participate in project kickoffs, planning, and customer signoffs.
- Support the shop floor and work closely with fabricators and welders.
- Ensure final products meet requirements and drawings are accurate.
Essential Skills
- 2+ years of experience with Autodesk Inventor.
- Ability to create part drawings, assembly drawings, and fabrication drawings.
- Proficiency in steel fabrication drawings, typically 1/4 inch or thicker.
- Experience working with BOMs, weld symbols, notes, and blocks.
- Ability to use a tape measure accurately.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Associate's degree in drafting or equivalent.
- Experience in a fabrication environment.
Work Environment & Travel
The work environment is relaxed and supportive, with a focus on teamwork and resource sharing. You will work independently with occasional guidance. Extra hours may be required during the busy season (October to March). The role includes 25% travel to customer sites for measurements.
Benefits
- Medical, dental & vision
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
- 401(k) – 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)
Pay
Pay range: $25.00–$30.00/hr.
Employment Type & Location
- Contract to Hire
- Location: Louisville, Kentucky
- Full onsite
Recruitment Process
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 10, 2025.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.