Actalent - Designer

Designer is needed in Hudson, United States.

Client: Actalent

Location: Hudson, WI

Contract: Temporary, Temp-to-hire

Job Description

This role focuses on designing standard and customized metal fabrications using SolidWorks in a collaborative, creative environment. You will serve as the team’s SolidWorks subject matter expert and create detailed designs that support a heavy industrial fabrication shop. The position offers a strong work/life balance, competitive benefits for a smaller organization, and the opportunity to work on a wide variety of projects that showcase both technical and creative skills.

Requirements

Essential Skills

• 1–3 years of experience in SolidWorks design, with a focus on mechanical design.
• Experience designing heavy weldments and sheet metal components.
• Proficiency in preparing detailed SolidWorks drawings for fabrication.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering drawings.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and mathematical skills applied to design work.
• Detail-oriented approach with the ability to produce accurate, manufacturable designs.
• Subject matter expertise in SolidWorks or the ability to quickly become the primary SolidWorks expert on the team.
• 2–3 years of experience in heavy industrial sheet metal fabrication.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with shop teams and leadership on design modifications.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Certification such as CSWA (Certified SolidWorks Associate) is a strong plus.
• Experience in welding or experience working closely with welding processes is a significant advantage.
• Experience with sheet metal design in a fabrication environment.
• Associate’s degree related to SolidWorks, mechanical design, or a similar technical discipline is preferred.
• Experience in the wood industry with a desire to transition into metal fabrication will be considered.
• Creative mindset with the ability to balance aesthetics, functionality, and manufacturability.

Work Environment

The role is based in a heavy industrial fabrication shop that focuses on welding and metal fabrication, while the day-to-day work is primarily computer and desk-based using SolidWorks. You will work closely with production and welding teams in a hands-on, practical environment, yet spend most of your time in a design setting. The organization emphasizes work/life balance and does not require weekend work. Additional welding stations have been added to support daytime production and avoid night shifts. The company offers competitive benefits for its size, a stable and well-established customer base, and a workplace culture reflected in long average employee tenure.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Hudson, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. 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 Hudson, WI.