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Mechanical Designer

Produce detailed AutoCAD design documents for structural unitized systems based on sketches and vendor specs
St. Louis, Missouri, United States
Senior
$35 – 40 USD / hour
1 week ago
Actalent

Actalent

A provider of engineering and sciences services and talent solutions for various industries.

Mechanical Designer

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Mechanical Designer to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for producing high-quality design documents using AutoCAD and other design tools, based on sketches, marked-up drawings, and vendor specifications. You will contribute to the development of pre-design structural unitized systems and support the D&I Process by leveraging reference materials from previous projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • Adhere to established AutoCAD standards, drawing formats, and design details.
  • Create design documents from sketches, redlines, and vendor-provided information.
  • Develop pre-design structural unitized systems using historical project data.
  • Operate office equipment including plotters and document copiers.
  • Maintain drawing files and compile bidding documentation.
  • Ensure accuracy and completeness of drawings and related documents.
  • Review and check non-complex drawings created by other designers.
  • Travel domestically and internationally up to 10% annually.
  • Foster collaborative relationships across company locations.
  • Comply with all safety protocols and company policies.

Required Qualifications

  • Associate's degree in Computer-Aided Drafting or related field.
  • Minimum of 6 years of drafting/design experience preferred.
  • Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD.
  • Experience with 3D design tools such as AutoCAD, Inventor, and/or SolidWorks.
  • Ability to translate engineering notes and sketches into detailed design documents.
  • Willingness to travel to the fabrication facility in Red Bud, IL as needed.
  • Strong time management and organizational skills.
  • Mechanical aptitude and hands-on experience.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Windows-based applications.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • Flexibility to work occasional weekends and holidays.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and adaptability to change.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams, clients, and vendors.
  • Commitment to core company values and safe work practices.

Work Environment

This position is based in a professional engineering office setting. It involves working with various office equipment and may require occasional travel. Flexibility in working hours, including weekends and holidays, is expected.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $40.00/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 Saint Louis, MO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 1, 2025.

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Mechanical Designer
St. Louis, Missouri, United States
$35 – 40 USD / hour
Design
About Actalent
A provider of engineering and sciences services and talent solutions for various industries.