Mechanical designer

Job Title: Designer

Job Description

The Design Technician partners closely with both the Project Engineer and Design Engineer to bring integrated and automated solutions to life. From concept to delivery, this role ensures a seamless technical transition through each project phase. With a keen eye for detail and a collaborative spirit, the Design Technician helps keep projects on track, aligned with engineering workflows, and ready for successful execution.

Responsibilities

• Create accurate 2D drawings and 3D models of mechanical parts, assemblies, and systems using CAD software.
• Translate engineering sketches, specifications, and notes into production-ready designs.
• Update and revise drawings to reflect design changes while maintaining compliance with standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure designs are practical and production-friendly.
• Apply knowledge of materials, manufacturing processes, and tolerances to optimize designs.
• Keep drawing files and documentation organized and up to date.
• Perform basic design calculations to support drafting activities.
• Ensure all work complies with relevant codes and standards (e.g., ANSI, ISO).
• Support prototype development and help troubleshoot design issues during manufacturing.
  
  

Essential Skills

• 1 to 3 years of Solidworks design experience
• Experience with sheet metal, welds, and fabrication workflows
• Familiarity with third-party design resources
  
  

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in assembly and equipment design
  
  

Work Environment

Onsite presence required for the first few weeks to get hands-on with the team. Standard business hours in a collaborative office and fabrication setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Columbus, Ohio.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $31.25 - $36.06/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 Columbus,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 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.

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