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Mechanical Designer
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Job Description We are seeking a skilled Mechanical Designer to produce moderately complex drawings of parts, assemblies, sub‑assemblies, and weldments with limited supervision. The role involves preparing bills of materials, routes, and other documentation for custom jobs within the company ERP system. You will generate 3D CAD models and detailed drawings of new and existing enclosure designs, collaborating with manufacturing engineering and technicians to optimize designs and work closely with all departments to ensure accuracy and error‑free drawings.
Responsibilities
Produce moderately complex drawings of parts, assemblies, sub‑assemblies, and weldments with limited supervision.
Prepare bills of materials, routes, and other documentation for custom jobs within the company ERP system.
Generate 3D CAD models and detailed drawings of new and existing enclosure designs.
Collaborate with manufacturing engineering and technicians to optimize designs and ensure accuracy.
Work directly with customer care to ensure customer product specifications are applied to work orders.
Transform initial rough product designs from customers into working documents using CAD.
Create approval drawings for customer review.
Maintain CAD data and corresponding documents in the data management system.
Process engineering change requests, updating all applicable documents to current company standards.
Adhere to and apply current industry drafting standards for detailed drawings.
Analyze documentation to identify and correct missing information and ensure accurate specifications.
Review documentation from other team members for accuracy and consistency.
Use and apply basic mechanical fits, tolerances, GD&T principles, and stack‑ups to new and existing products.
Essential Skills
SolidWorks experience
Drafting and design experience up to 5 years
Knowledge and application of industry drafting standards (ASME Y14.5)
Experience with sheet metal design preferred
Ability to work cooperatively and effectively with internal and external customers and suppliers
Proficiency in common office software applications
Ability to work independently with high accuracy
Effective workload organization and planning skills
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Two‑year technical degree
Knowledge of manufacturing processes
Work Environment The position involves working in a collaborative environment with various departments to ensure accurate and efficient design processes. The role requires the use of CAD software, specifically SolidWorks, and proficiency in managing CAD data and documentation within a data management system. Expect a professional setting where attention to detail and adherence to industry standards are prioritized.
Job Type & Location Contract position based out of Anoka, MN. Hybrid arrangement.
Pay And Benefits Pay range: $30.00 – $35.00/hr.
Eligible benefits (temporary role) 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 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 Jan 2, 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.
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, 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.
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Mechanical Designer
role at
Actalent .
Job Description We are seeking a skilled Mechanical Designer to produce moderately complex drawings of parts, assemblies, sub‑assemblies, and weldments with limited supervision. The role involves preparing bills of materials, routes, and other documentation for custom jobs within the company ERP system. You will generate 3D CAD models and detailed drawings of new and existing enclosure designs, collaborating with manufacturing engineering and technicians to optimize designs and work closely with all departments to ensure accuracy and error‑free drawings.
Responsibilities
Produce moderately complex drawings of parts, assemblies, sub‑assemblies, and weldments with limited supervision.
Prepare bills of materials, routes, and other documentation for custom jobs within the company ERP system.
Generate 3D CAD models and detailed drawings of new and existing enclosure designs.
Collaborate with manufacturing engineering and technicians to optimize designs and ensure accuracy.
Work directly with customer care to ensure customer product specifications are applied to work orders.
Transform initial rough product designs from customers into working documents using CAD.
Create approval drawings for customer review.
Maintain CAD data and corresponding documents in the data management system.
Process engineering change requests, updating all applicable documents to current company standards.
Adhere to and apply current industry drafting standards for detailed drawings.
Analyze documentation to identify and correct missing information and ensure accurate specifications.
Review documentation from other team members for accuracy and consistency.
Use and apply basic mechanical fits, tolerances, GD&T principles, and stack‑ups to new and existing products.
Essential Skills
SolidWorks experience
Drafting and design experience up to 5 years
Knowledge and application of industry drafting standards (ASME Y14.5)
Experience with sheet metal design preferred
Ability to work cooperatively and effectively with internal and external customers and suppliers
Proficiency in common office software applications
Ability to work independently with high accuracy
Effective workload organization and planning skills
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Two‑year technical degree
Knowledge of manufacturing processes
Work Environment The position involves working in a collaborative environment with various departments to ensure accurate and efficient design processes. The role requires the use of CAD software, specifically SolidWorks, and proficiency in managing CAD data and documentation within a data management system. Expect a professional setting where attention to detail and adherence to industry standards are prioritized.
Job Type & Location Contract position based out of Anoka, MN. Hybrid arrangement.
Pay And Benefits Pay range: $30.00 – $35.00/hr.
Eligible benefits (temporary role) 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 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 Jan 2, 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.
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, 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.
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