Mechanical Designer/drafter

Job Title: Mechanical Designer

Job Description

We are seeking a Junior to Mid-level CAD drafter to support our production and manufacturing workflow. This role focuses on technical drafting, revisions, and ensuring the accuracy of shop drawings. The successful candidate will work closely with an experienced drafter, sales, and project management teams.

Responsibilities

• Create, edit, and review 2D shop drawings using AutoCAD.
• Translate architectural plans, sketches, and markups into clear, build-ready drawings.
• Revise drawings efficiently based on internal and external feedback.
• Maintain drawing standards, accuracy, and version control.
• Assist with material take-offs and preparation for manufacturing.
• Coordinate with sales and project management to support project timelines.

Essential Skills

• 3 years of drafting experience (junior–mid level).
• 3 years of experience in construction, fabrication, or manufacturing environments preferred.
• Strong understanding of construction documents and technical drawings.
• Comfortable working from markups, redlines, and established standards.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and 3D design software.
• Proficient in reading technical and architectural drawings.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a small team.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with Solidworks, Cad, Sheet metal, Mechanical drafting, Revit, Sketchup, Fabrication, Steel fabrication, Steel metal, and Mpanel.
• Sketchup and Revit experience is a plus.

Work Environment

This is a full-time role with working hours from Monday to Friday. You will be part of a small, family-owned company that values creativity and offers the opportunity to take ownership of your work.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Santa Ana, CA.

The pay range for this position is $36.00 - $45.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Santa Ana,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 28, 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.

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.

Salary : $36 - $45