Mechanical Designer/drafter-Configuration

Job Title: Mechanical Designer/Drafter - Configuration

Job Description

We are seeking a Mechanical Drafter to support ongoing design efforts by updating legacy drawings, preparing designs for PLM integration, and providing general drafting support across engineering teams. This role acts as a key partner to both design engineers and the PLM-focused drafter.

Responsibilities

• Update legacy CAD drawings and documentation.
• Support cleanup and standardization of engineering designs.
• Assist in preparing drawings for PLM integration.
• Create new drawings as needed to support engineering efforts.
• Work across multiple teams to support concurrent design needs.

Essential Skills

• Strong proficiency in SolidWorks.
• Understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing).
• Experience updating and maintaining CAD files.
• 3+ years of mechanical drafting experience.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with dynamic/mechanical systems (moving parts, robotics, fluid systems).
• Exposure to robotics or automation environments.
• Any FEA exposure is a plus (not required).

Work Environment

Enjoy a great company culture and a fun start-up environment. Be a part of a growing company in its early phases. The role is typically onsite, 8-5, with flexibility as needed. Benefit from PTO for the shutdown week from December 26th-31st and 10 paid holidays, including New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Election Day, Veteran’s Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Austin, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $42.00/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 Austin,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 21, 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.