Overview
Designer role at Actalent. We are seeking a dedicated drafter to join our team, providing drafting expertise to ensure smooth operations as we transition with the upcoming retirement of a team member.
Responsibilities
- Spend 90% of the workday at a CAD station developing detail part and assembly drawings for mechanical equipment.
- Interpret existing prints, locate and modify existing drawings, and release them for production.
- Provide engineering support for the sales team.
- Create installation drawings and specify individual components.
- Occasionally travel to customer sites to take measurements once the position becomes permanent.
- Perform filing and data entry of engineering documentation.
Essential Skills
- Proficiency in AutoCAD (75% of time) and Inventor (25% of time).
- Experience creating part drawings, assembly drawings, and fabrication drawings.
- Experience with steel fabrication drawings, particularly with thicknesses of 1/4 inch or more.
- Ability to use a tape measure accurately to check part dimensions.
- Detail-oriented and willing to assist wherever necessary.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- 1-2 years of experience with Inventor.
- An Associate's degree in drafting or equivalent experience.
- Experience working in a fabrication environment is beneficial.
Work Environment
You will work primarily at a desk in your own space, focusing on your tasks with minimal social interaction. The role requires the ability to work extra hours during the busy season from October to March and may involve 15% travel to customer sites for measurements. The company fosters a relaxed environment and culture, provides six paid holidays, one week of PTO, and a good health benefits plan. Employees are valued, and the organization is dynamic, sharing resources across its various companies. The office will be moving to a new, spacious location soon. This is a fully onsite position in Louisville, KY.
Job Type & Location
Contract to Hire position based out of Louisville, Kentucky.
Pay And Benefits
The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/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 may include:
- 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)
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 7, 2025.
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 for other accommodation options.