• Designer

    Actalent (Salem, OR)


    Job Title: Designer

    Job Description

    Actalent is seeking to hire a detail-driven designer who excels in SolidWorks and has a passion for transforming complex ideas into precise, buildable solutions. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact by creating high-quality electrical and structural designs that support critical infrastructure.

    Responsibilities

    + Create detailed electrical and structural designs using SolidWorks and AutoCAD.

    + Collaborate with engineering teams to refine layouts and meet project goals.

    + Ensure accuracy and compliance with industry standards.

    + Maintain documentation and support quality checks.

    + Contribute to process improvements and R&D initiatives.

    Essential Skills

    + 3-5 years of professional SolidWorks experience in a drafting/design capacity.

    + Proficient in AutoCAD.

    + Strong proficiency in SolidWorks.

    + Proven background in fabrication.

    + Ability to learn quickly and adapt to new challenges.

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + Familiarity with the transmission industry.

    + Experience in electrical distribution modeling.

    + Capability to model actual substation years.

    + Understanding of project mating techniques.

    + Ability to visualize and explain the model when disassembled.

    + Approach to hole placement and setup.

    + Skill in assembling a 3D viewable model.

    + Capability to maintain the model or export it as a print.

    + SolidWorks certification (CSWA, CSWP, CSWE) with a basic understanding of AutoCAD.

    + Associate’s degree in drafting/design or related field (Bachelor’s a plus).

     

    If interested and qualified, please submit a current resume with your application!

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $32.00/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 Salem,OR.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Oct 20, 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.