Mechanical Designer

Job Title: Mechanical Designer/Drafter

Job Description

We are seeking a Mechanical Designer/Drafter who is skilled in creating models, managing parts or assemblies, and performing top-down modeling. This role is pivotal in supporting mechanical and electromechanical development through CAD execution and documentation, allowing engineers to concentrate on analysis and system design. The focus is on utilizing Creo and Windchill for high-impact CAD tasks.

Responsibilities

• Own the creation, maintenance, and release of CAD in Creo and Windchill.
• Build and manage parts and assemblies, including top-down modeling, detailed drawings with exploded views, BOMs, and release packages.
• Administer the CAD data flow from prototype to production.
• Manage CAD templates, libraries, and off-the-shelf component models.
• Modify and adapt components to fit system needs, such as bearings, housings, and covers.
• Design simple mechanical components like covers, brackets, fastener selections, and gasket interfaces.
• Apply GD&T per ASME Y14.5 standards.
• Incorporate engineering feedback, including model edits based on FEA results.
• Generate CAD screenshots, section views, visuals, and slides for design and gate reviews.
• Act as a CAD execution partner to mechanical engineers, executing design intent.

Essential Skills

• 5 years of experience in design and drafting.
• Strong hands-on proficiency with Creo (including ProE) and Windchill.
• Experience with GD&T and production documentation for shipped products.
• Background in mechanical or electromechanical machines such as robotics, manufacturing equipment, test equipment, industrial machines, automotive, or aerospace.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience beyond consumer products or plastics is strongly preferred.
• Comfortable operating as a CAD "power user" or "CAD jockey".
• Able to travel in hybrid mode, eventually being on-site 4 days a month.

Work Environment

Initially, the role will be heavily remote, transitioning to a hybrid model with 4 days a month on-site. The candidate should be willing to work from either the designated location or Salem, OR, eventually. The work environment emphasizes a collaborative approach with engineers to support design and documentation processes.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $72.00/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 hybrid position in Fremont,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 21, 2026.

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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both client and talent service.

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.

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