What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanical Drafter position at Actalent?
Job Title: Drafter
Job Description
We are seeking a skilled Drafter to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in analyzing product specifications, determining feasible designs, and preparing detailed layouts and schematics. This position offers an excellent opportunity to work in a small team with a strong culture and potential for conversion to a full-time role based on performance.
Responsibilities
- Analyze product or equipment specifications and performance requirements.
- Determine designs that can be produced by existing manufacturing or processing facilities and methods.
- Provide technical information concerning manufacturing or processing techniques, materials, and properties.
- Prepare product or system layout and detailed drawings and schematics.
Essential Skills
- Experience in design, fabrication, and manufacturing.
- Advanced computer skills with design software (CAD) and Microsoft Office.
- 3D CAD experience required, SolidWorks strongly preferred.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Associate's degree preferred.
- Experience with CADKEY software is a plus.
- Knowledge of Weld Symbols and their use in CAD.
- ERP experience, especially with Made2Manage, is advantageous.
- Experience working with steel is a plus.
- Ability to interpret electrical and technical specifications.
Work Environment
This position is set in a relaxed environment with a small team where strong communication between engineers and drafters is emphasized. The culture is collaborative, providing a supportive atmosphere for growth and development.
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Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Cornelius, OR.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $27.00 - $35.00/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 TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Cornelius,OR.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Jan 2, 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 : $27 - $35