Mechanical Designer & Drafter – Onsite Austin, SolidWorks

Actalent; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 87,681,000 - 118,628,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Mechanical Designer/Drafter in Austin, TX to create and manage 3D CAD models and 2D drawings. You will ensure drawings meet GD&T standards and integrate with PLM/PDM systems, supporting manufacturing and quality control.

Collaborate with Mechanical Engineers to implement design changes, maintain documentation, and contribute to design reviews. Onsite, contract-to-hire role with competitive hourly pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree or equivalent experience in drafting/CAD required.
• Experience using SolidWorks for 3D and 2D drawings with GD&T.
• Familiarity with PDM/PLM systems and engineering documentation.

Responsibilities

• Create, modify, and maintain 3D CAD models and assemblies in SolidWorks.
• Produce production-ready 2D drawings with GD&T per ASME Y14.5.
• Collaborate with engineers to reflect changes and revisions.
• Manage BOMs and drawings in a PDM/PLM system.
• Participate in design reviews and support manufacturing.
• Assist with component selection for manufacturability and cost.

Skills

SolidWorks proficiency

3D CAD modeling

2D drafting

GD&T (ASME Y14.5)

PDM/PLM systems

Engineering specs interpretation

Cross-functional communication

Education

Associates Degree in Drafting or CAD Technology

Tools

PDM/PLM software

Job description

Actalent is seeking a Mechanical Designer/Drafter in Austin, TX to create and manage 3D CAD models and 2D drawings. You will ensure drawings meet GD&T standards and integrate with PLM/PDM systems, supporting manufacturing and quality control.

Collaborate with Mechanical Engineers to implement design changes, maintain documentation, and contribute to design reviews. Onsite, contract-to-hire role with competitive hourly pay and benefits.