Drafter/designer

Prototype Engineer

Works with Lead Project Engineer and other project team members to transform new product ideas and requirements into a prototype or pilot design. Uses 3D tools to digitally prototype. Develop 3D design models based on concepts, sketches or previous designs to create detailed drawings, focusing on core manufacturing capabilities. Conceptualizes sheet metal design through the use of either 2 or 3D tools ensuring tolerancing. Proposes assembly and/or fabrication techniques and develop the new product's mechanical, physical and other attributes to ensure design is manufacturable. Presents, or co-presents with Lead Project Engineer model designs for technical review or design reviews. Prepare comprehensive document packages for manufacturing release, including assembly drawings, Bills-of-materials and machine files.

Must Have:

• 3+ years plus of experience developing and creating in the electrical-mechanical products space
• Experience in both 2D and 3D modeling software
• 3D CAD, Creo or Solid works/Inventor experience
• Proficiency in Excel, Microsoft Office applications, including PowerPoint, Excel, etc.

Nice to Have:

• Experience designing to UL, CSA, NEC, and other safety agency requirements
• Bachelors degree in Engineering or Computer Aided Design (CAD) preferred, Associate Degree in Engineering or CAD
• Machine tool programming experience
• Experience working with sheet metal

Job Type & Location:

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cleveland, OH.

Pay and Benefits:

The pay range for this position is $32.00 - $36.00/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 Cleveland, OH.

Application Deadline:

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 24, 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.