Actalent - Designer

Designer is needed in Louisville, United States.

Client: Actalent

Location: Louisville, KY

Contract: Temporary, Temp-to-hire

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated drafter to join our team. This is an opportunity to become a crucial member of our small team, providing drafting expertise to ensure smooth operations as we transition with the upcoming retirement of a team member.

Responsibilities

• Spend 90% of the workday at a CAD station developing detail part and assembly drawings for mechanical equipment.
• Interpret existing prints, locate and modify existing drawings, and release them for production.
• Provide engineering support for the sales team.
• Create installation drawings and specify individual components.
• Occasionally travel to customer sites to take measurements once the position becomes permanent.
• Perform some filing and data entry of engineering documentation.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in AutoCAD (75% of time) and Inventor (25% of time).
• Experience creating part drawings, assembly drawings, and fabrication drawings.
• Experience with steel fabrication drawings, particularly with thicknesses of 1/4 inch or more.
• Ability to use a tape measure accurately to check part dimensions.
• Detail-oriented and willing to assist wherever necessary.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience with Inventor.
• An Associate’s degree in drafting or equivalent experience.
• Experience working in a fabrication environment is beneficial.

Work Environment

You will work primarily at a desk in your own space, focusing on your tasks with minimal social interaction. Expect to receive daily directions and execute them efficiently, reaching out with questions as needed. The role requires the ability to work extra hours during the busy season from October to March and may involve 15% travel to customer sites for measurements. The company fosters a relaxed environment and culture, provides six paid holidays, one week of PTO, and a good health benefits plan. Employees are valued, and the organization is dynamic, sharing resources across its various companies. The office will be moving to a new, spacious location soon.