Mechanical Designer/drafter

Job Title: Mechanical Designer/Drafter

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Mechanical Designer/Drafter to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for maintaining CAD, product data management, and ERP/MRP systems. You will assist with designing and testing products and prototypes to meet desired expectations, document designs for product support, and generate bills of materials (BOM) for new products and sub-assemblies. You will also interface with other departments to ensure effective communication of new product development and continuing engineering activities.
Responsibilities

• Maintain CAD, product data management, and ERP/MRP systems.
• Assist in designing and testing products and prototypes to achieve desired expectations.
• Document designs for product support and efficient development of successive product generations.
• Generate bill of materials (BOM) for new products and sub-assemblies or options as well as maintaining existing products.
• Interface with other company departments to ensure effective communications of new product development and continuing engineering activities.
• Identify opportunities for product improvements and cost reductions.
• Participate in workflows and implement design changes.
• Execute work tasks in accordance with standard procedures.
• Perform other job-related duties and special projects as assigned.

Essential Skills

• Associate degree in Mechanical Design or CAD 2 year degree/certification.
• 2 years of mechanical design experience in the manufacturing of mechanical equipment.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks.
• Knowledge of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing).
• Ability to work effectively under pressure, be highly motivated, exercise good judgment, and maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to interpret specifications and execute process improvements.
• Excellent communication, leadership, problem-solving, organizational, training, and PC skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with ERP systems.
• Understanding of parts library and manufacturing processes.
• Knowledge of automation in mechanical design.

Work Environment

This is a full-time position, Monday to Friday, from 8 am to 5 pm. The work environment is fully remote, allowing flexibility and convenience. The company is growing rapidly by acquisition and market share, and is introducing more automation. There are opportunities for career advancement from drafter to designer roles, where you will have more engineering responsibilities.
Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $31.00 - $34.00/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 onsite position in Warren,MI.
Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 28, 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.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion


At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

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.


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