Cad Drafter/designer

Job description

Job Title: CAD DesignerJob Description
We are seeking a skilled CAD Designer to join our dynamic team.

This role involves creating and modifying 2-D CAD models to support custom products, including grilles and shaped products for customer orders.

The ideal candidate will maintain high standards and follow best practices in model and documentation creation.

You will assist in validating engineer requests, create customer requirement drawings, and provide product data to cross-functional teams.
Responsibilities

+ Create and modify 2-D CAD models to represent design intent for custom products.

+ Ensure adherence to standards and best practices during model and documentation creation.

+ Assist in validating and auditing engineer requests for viability.

+ Create drawings for custom products, such as grille patterns and geometric shapes.

+ Provide CAD information formatted for cross-functional groups' business requirements.

+ Perform comparative checks and validate product rules for compliance.

+ Organize and store documentation properly for maintenance and retrieval.

+ Assist in preparing schedules and timetables for task completion.

+ Maintain a knowledge base of internal and external customers.

+ Update 3-D product engineering documentation to reflect changes.

+ Participate in training for documentation processes and standards.

+ Develop renderings/visualizations of CAD geometry for presentations.

+ Develop basic prototypes and fixtures based on concepts developed by others.

Essential Skills

+ Proficiency in 2D drafting skills.

+ Basic 3D solid modeling CAD skills.

+ Basic design fundamentals.

+ Working knowledge of a Product Data Management system.

+ Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office suite.

+ Familiarity with Microsoft Project Management tools.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Associate of Science Degree with 0-2 years of experience in drafting or related field.

+ High School Diploma with 3-5 years of experience, or equivalent.

+ Experience in an engineering or research environment.

+ Strong interest and aptitude in technical or scientific fields.

+ Experience with CAD, PC, and software applications.

Work Environment
This is a hybrid role, offering the flexibility to work remotely.

Join a great company that values innovation and provides a supportive and collaborative work environment.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cottage Grove, Minnesota.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $32.00/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 Cottage Grove,MN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 27, 2025.
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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.

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