Mechanical Drafter

ManpowerGroup; Anoka (MN); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

ManpowerGroup is seeking a Mechanical Designer in Anoka, MN, to support design maintenance, print updates, and engineering change work while receiving hands-on training and mentorship.

As you gain experience, you will transition into more advanced design and R&D-focused responsibilities, with a clear path for growth within engineering and product development. Onsite 4 days a week, remote 1 day per week.

Qualifications

• AAS degree in Drafting, Mechanical Design, CAD Technology, or related field.
• 1–5 years of drafting, design, or CAD experience.
• Recent graduates encouraged to apply.
• SolidWorks experience required.
• Exposure to sheet metal design is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Update and revise existing engineering drawings and documentation using SolidWorks.
• Perform redlines and print updates to support engineering change activities.
• Ensure drawings, models, and documentation accurately reflect current product designs.
• Work closely with engineers to maintain design accuracy and configuration control.
• Support new product introduction and design change projects.
• Review drawings for accuracy and identify discrepancies when needed.
• Manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment with aggressive timelines.
• Help maintain engineering documentation and drafting standards.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Self-motivation

Willingness to learn

Time management

Education

AAS in Drafting/Mechanical Design/CAD Technology

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Are you a recent graduate or early-career Mechanical Designer looking for an opportunity to grow your skills with a reputable company that invests in employee development? Our client is seeking a motivated Mechanical Designer who is eager to learn, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and build a long-term career within engineering and product development.

This is an excellent opportunity to get your foot in the door with a well-established engineering organization. You'll begin by supporting design maintenance activities, print updates, and engineering change work while receiving hands-on training and mentorship. As you gain experience and demonstrate strong performance, you'll have the opportunity to transition into more advanced design and R&D-focused responsibilities.

Job Title: Mechanical Designer

Location: Anoka, MN

Pay Rate: 30-36hr

Responsibilities

• Update and revise existing engineering drawings and documentation using SolidWorks

• Perform redlines and print updates to support engineering change activities

• Ensure drawings, models, and documentation accurately reflect current product designs

• Work closely with engineers to maintain design accuracy and configuration control

• Support new product introduction and design change projects

• Review drawings for accuracy and identify discrepancies when needed

• Manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment with aggressive timelines

• Help maintain engineering documentation and drafting standards

Qualifications

• AAS degree in Drafting, Mechanical Design, CAD Technology, or a related field

• 1-5 years of drafting, design, or CAD experience

• Recent graduates are encouraged to apply

• SolidWorks experience required

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

• Ability to work efficiently under deadlines and shifting priorities

• Self-motivated, coachable, and eager to learn

• Strong work ethic with a proactive, "go-getter" mentality

• Exposure to sheet metal design is highly preferred

Why This Opportunity?

• Outstanding opportunity for someone early in their career to gain valuable industry experience

• Training and mentorship from experienced engineering professionals

• Clear path for growth into Mechanical Design and R&D-focused roles

• Opportunity to be developed into the company's future pool of R&D Designers

• Exposure to product development and engineering change processes

• Join a respected company known for developing and promoting talent

• Onsite 4 days a week, remote 1 day per week

ManpowerGroup is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a professional, high quality work environment. It is the policy of ManpowerGroup and all of its subsidiaries to recruit, train, promote, transfer, pay and take all employment actions without regard to an employee's race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.