Remote Robotics Hardware Designer & CAD Drafter

Actalent; Boston (MA); Remote; USD 58,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Remote-friendly contract

Job summary

Actalent in Boston, MA is seeking a Hardware Designer and Drafter to create precise mechanical drawings and 3D models for robotic and automation systems. You will generate 2D drawings, PCB layouts, cable assemblies, and BOMs while applying GD&T standards and maintaining version control in PDM/PLM.

The role requires independent work and strong teamwork in a fast-paced engineering environment, with experience in SolidWorks and AutoCAD. Remote-friendly contract position with project-driven tasks.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology, Drafting and Design Technology, or equivalent work experience.
• 5+ years creating mechanical drawings/models for electromechanical or robotic systems.
• 5+ years producing PCB mechanical assembly documentation.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed 2D drawings and 3D models for in-house hardware including robotic and automation systems.
• Draft PCB mechanical assembly layouts with component placement and connectors.
• Design cable assembly documentation with routing, connectors, and assembly instructions.
• Produce Bills of Materials (BOMs) and assembly drawings with manufacturability consideration.
• Apply GD&T standards consistently across drawings and documentation.
• Manage design data in PDM/PLM and process ECOs for product updates.
• Read engineering drawings to update design documentation and ensure quality.

Skills

Mechanical drawing

PCB documentation

Cable assemblies

GD&T knowledge

Multitasking

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering Technology or Drafting

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

PDM/PLM

Microsoft Office

Job description

Actalent in Boston, MA is seeking a Hardware Designer and Drafter to create precise mechanical drawings and 3D models for robotic and automation systems. You will generate 2D drawings, PCB layouts, cable assemblies, and BOMs while applying GD&T standards and maintaining version control in PDM/PLM.

The role requires independent work and strong teamwork in a fast-paced engineering environment, with experience in SolidWorks and AutoCAD. Remote-friendly contract position with project-driven tasks.