Mechanical Designer
Actalent, West Chester, OH, United States
Job Title
Mechanical Designer
Job Description The Mechanical Designer plays a crucial role in all projects and new sales, responsible for creating initial drawings upon receiving orders. These drawings are reviewed by clients and revised as necessary before proceeding to production. This role requires drafting products in Solidworks, translating concepts from the sales team into 3D models for assembly and manufacturing, and maintaining strong attention to detail.
Responsibilities
Draft products in Solidworks.
Translate concepts from sales team into 3D models for assembly and manufacturing.
Create assembly drawings, fabrication drawings, and BOMs.
Standardize design process.
Switch between projects and maintain organization.
Answer questions from the production team and communicate effectively with customers and staff.
Essential Skills
5 years of drafting experience.
Proficiency in Solidworks.
Background in mechanical, civil, or architectural fields.
Experience in a manufacturing environment.
Capability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Experience designing larger equipment/products requiring elevation drawings/views.
Ability to dimension drawings and generate elevated drawings from model views.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience with composites or plastics.
Mechanical aptitude, such as hobbies like working on cars.
Spanish language proficiency.
Experience in piping design, composites, and plastics manufacturing.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Work Environment The position offers a Monday to Friday schedule, typically 8 AM to 5 PM, with some flexibility in start and end times. While the role is primarily desk-based, employees are encouraged to visit the shop floor. The facility may sometimes have chemical smells due to work with resin/plastic, which could be bothersome to those with sensitive noses. This fast-paced environment allows the drafter to witness the entire process from design to final product testing, providing a unique and satisfying work experience.
Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of West Chester, OH.
Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $30.00 – $40.00/hr.
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 West Chester,OH.
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
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Job Description The Mechanical Designer plays a crucial role in all projects and new sales, responsible for creating initial drawings upon receiving orders. These drawings are reviewed by clients and revised as necessary before proceeding to production. This role requires drafting products in Solidworks, translating concepts from the sales team into 3D models for assembly and manufacturing, and maintaining strong attention to detail.
Responsibilities
Draft products in Solidworks.
Translate concepts from sales team into 3D models for assembly and manufacturing.
Create assembly drawings, fabrication drawings, and BOMs.
Standardize design process.
Switch between projects and maintain organization.
Answer questions from the production team and communicate effectively with customers and staff.
Essential Skills
5 years of drafting experience.
Proficiency in Solidworks.
Background in mechanical, civil, or architectural fields.
Experience in a manufacturing environment.
Capability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Experience designing larger equipment/products requiring elevation drawings/views.
Ability to dimension drawings and generate elevated drawings from model views.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience with composites or plastics.
Mechanical aptitude, such as hobbies like working on cars.
Spanish language proficiency.
Experience in piping design, composites, and plastics manufacturing.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Work Environment The position offers a Monday to Friday schedule, typically 8 AM to 5 PM, with some flexibility in start and end times. While the role is primarily desk-based, employees are encouraged to visit the shop floor. The facility may sometimes have chemical smells due to work with resin/plastic, which could be bothersome to those with sensitive noses. This fast-paced environment allows the drafter to witness the entire process from design to final product testing, providing a unique and satisfying work experience.
Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of West Chester, OH.
Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $30.00 – $40.00/hr.
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 West Chester,OH.
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
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