Cad Designer

CAD Design Specialist / Mechanical Design Associate

We are seeking a driven CAD Design Specialist / Mechanical Design Associate to support our Engineering group. This opportunity is ideal for both early-career professionals with a degree in CAD Design, Drafting Technology, Mechanical Design, or Engineering Technology, as well as experienced designers looking to expand their expertise in product development and manufacturing environments.

• Develop and update 3D CAD models and production drawings utilizing SolidWorks.

• Produce detailed component, weldment, and assembly documentation for manufacturing.

• Generate and manage accurate Bills of Materials (BOMs) for new and existing products.

• Contribute to the design and enhancement of new and existing product lines.

• Provide technical support to manufacturing by addressing drawing discrepancies and design-related concerns.

• Work closely with cross-functional teams including Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Sales, and Customer Support.

• Prepare technical guides, installation documents, and related product documentation.

• Assist with prototype builds, performance evaluations, and design verification activities.

• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on product performance, manufacturability, and cost efficiency.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Associate degree in Drafting & Design Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or a comparable technical discipline; equivalent hands-on experience may also be considered.

• Proficiency with 3D CAD software, preferably SolidWorks.

• Ability to interpret and develop detailed engineering and production drawings.

• Familiarity with fabrication methods including welding, machining, and sheet metal processing.

• Strong organizational abilities with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.

• Initiative-driven mindset with strong problem-solving capabilities and eagerness to expand technical knowledge.

• Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate across teams.

Sheet Metal Design in SolidWorks

Structural Weldment Modeling

Bill of Materials (BOM) Development

Prototype Evaluation and Issue Resolution

Understanding of Industrial Manufacturing Techniques

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Stewartville, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $35.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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 Stewartville, MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 11, 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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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 process due to a disability, please email View email address on click.appcast.io for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.