Drafter/designer

Actalent; South Dakota; On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) plan

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transit benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off

Job summary

Actalent in Sioux Falls, SD is seeking a Mechanical Designer/Drafter to create 3D piping and equipment models, draft, design and detail various mechanical projects, and coordinate with engineers to ensure design accuracy. This on-site role requires independent work and adherence to established procedures.

The position is contract-to-hire, with a pay range of $28.00–$38.00 per hour, and benefits eligible for eligible temporary staff. In-person work at our Sioux Falls office is required.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in design, AutoCAD, CADWorx, and Solidworks.
• Strong skills in mechanical design and 3D modeling.
• Excellent verbal, written, and computer communication skills.
• Technical proficiency and superior organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal instruction.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Products.
• Knowledge of Adobe Acrobat Professional or Bluebeam Revu.
• Experience with CADWorx Plant 3D.
• Familiarity with document tracking databases.
• Ability to maintain accurate records.

Responsibilities

• Create 3D models of piping and equipment.
• Draft, design, and detail various mechanical projects.
• Coordinate with engineers to ensure design accuracy.
• Prepare detailed mechanical layouts, plans, equipment, and piping drawings.
• Follow established policies, procedures, and practices independently.

Skills

AutoCAD

CADWorx

SolidWorks

3D modeling

Communication

Independence

Tools

AutoCAD

CADWorx Plant 3D

SolidWorks

Microsoft Office

Adobe Acrobat Pro / Bluebeam Revu

Job description

Job Title: Drafter/Designer

Job Description

The Mechanical Designer Drafter is responsible for creating 3D piping and equipment models and involves drafting, designing, and detailing various projects in coordination with engineers. The role requires performing regular and recurring designer/drafter duties independently, adhering to established policies, procedures, and practices. The designer will prepare detailed drawings of mechanical layouts, plans, equipment, and piping according to specifications provided by the engineering team and customers.

Responsibilities

• Create 3D models of piping and equipment.
• Draft, design, and detail various mechanical projects.
• Coordinate with engineers to ensure design accuracy.
• Prepare detailed mechanical layouts, plans, equipment, and piping drawings.
• Follow established policies, procedures, and practices independently.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in design, AutoCAD, CADWorx, and Solidworks.
• Strong skills in mechanical design and 3D modeling.
• Excellent verbal, written, and computer communication skills.
• Technical proficiency and superior organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal instruction.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with Microsoft Office Products.
• Knowledge of Adobe Acrobat Professional or Bluebeam Revu.
• Experience with CADWorx Plant 3D.
• Familiarity with document tracking databases.
• Ability to maintain accurate records.

Work Environment

This position requires in-person attendance. The work environment involves collaboration with engineers and adherence to established policies and procedures.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Sioux Falls, SD.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $38.00/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 fully onsite position in Sioux Falls,SD.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 13, 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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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 process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates.