Mechanical Designer

Mechanical Designer

The Mechanical Design Drafter will support the Mechanical Design Engineering Team by creating part/assembly models and drawings, updating existing designs, and assisting with engineering analysis and calculations.

Responsibilities:

• Create and maintain engineering CAD models and drawings.
• Develop component assembly models and assembly plans.
• Support changes or troubleshooting with calculations and rationale.
• Assist in component and machine testing, including creating plans (written, drawings, schematics), assembling hardware, and running tests.
• Assist manufacturing engineering to document processes, design tools, and fixtures as workload allows.

Essential Skills:

• 5+ years of Mechanical Design and/or Drafting experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks, with preferred experience in PDM.
• Experience with GD&T, including tolerances, designs for mechanical systems, sheet metal, and CNC machining for parts with tight tolerances.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience in housing design and documentation.
• Skills in 3D modeling and drafting using CAD software.

Work Environment:

The position is situated in an engineering-driven manufacturing environment that emphasizes close collaboration between engineering, quality, and operations. It involves a mix of office-based engineering work and shop-floor exposure, allowing teams to see designs and process changes through to execution. The culture is fast-paced and team-oriented, with a strong focus on quality, documentation, and process discipline. Leadership is accessible, and decisions are often made locally and pragmatically.

Job Type & Location:

This is a Contract position based out of Cerritos, CA.

Pay and Benefits:

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $60.00/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 Cerritos, CA.

Application Deadline:

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 30, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we've helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.