• Mechanical Drafter

    Actalent (Charlotte, NC)


    Job Title: Mechanical Drafter

    Job Description

    Join our dynamic engineering team as a Mechanical Drafter, where you will play a crucial role in creating, completing, and maintaining 3D models, detailed assembly and part drawings, and Bill of Materials (BOM) to support engineering, manufacturing, and estimation activities. Your contributions will span various project stages, ensuring high quality and precision throughout.

    Responsibilities

    + Develop 3D CAD based models of components and assemblies to support quoting and production activities.

    + Create comprehensive engineering drawing packages for projects to facilitate production activities on the floor.

    + Edit and maintain engineering models and drawing packages throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring proper revision control.

    + Update and maintain drawing BOMs and Material BOMs in Apogee.

    + Produce simple to complex models, illustrations, and drawings in accordance with company standards from data, sketches, or verbal communication.

    + Store and retrieve technical documents within Autodesk Vault.

    + Manage the drawing approval and lifecycle process using Autodesk Vault.

    + Maintain CAD symbol libraries in Vault.

    + Create and maintain part symbols, part models, and sub-assemblies in CAD, ensuring proper naming convention and attributes population.

    + Create bills of material consisting of fittings, hardware, and custom brackets.

    + Follow and enforce company drawing standards and modeling best practices.

    + Effectively manage multiple design projects concurrently.

    + Support manufacturing activities as required.

    + Ensure high quality standards and provide accurate data entry.

    Essential Skills

    + 3D modeling and design expertise.

    + Proficiency in AutoCAD, Autodesk Inventor, and Autodesk Vault.

    + Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational and prioritization skills.

    + Capability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.

    + Excellent graphical, written, and verbal communication skills.

    + Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools: Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Visio.

    + Working knowledge of industry drafting and design standards.

    + Ability to read and understand mechanical CAD drawings and hydraulic schematic drawings.

    + Experience in manufacturing, fabrication, machine design, and system layouts.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Associate’s degree (A.A.) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school.

    + 3-5 years of related experience and/or training.

    + Experience with 3D CAD, preferably Autodesk Inventor 2016 or later.

    + Knowledge of hydraulic fittings selection and application.

    + CNC programming/process knowledge is a plus.

    + Experience with FEA analysis tools is a plus.

    Work Environment

    The role is primarily based in an office setting, with frequent collaboration required at the manufacturing site across the street. The noise level is usually moderate, with some exposure to moving mechanical parts. Flexible hours and a hybrid schedule are available, allowing for two days of remote work per week.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $85000.00/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 hybrid position in Charlotte,NC.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on May 13, 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.

     

    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 [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.