Job Description
Job Description
Job Title: Mechanical Designer
Job Description
We are seeking a mechanical designer who will be responsible for taking engineering drawings, pulling BOMs, loading data into ERP systems, and attaching labor hours to sheet metal jobs. This role focuses on data entry into ERP systems rather than estimating or pricing.
Responsibilities
- Take engineering drawings and interpret them accurately.
- Pull and manage Bills of Materials (BOMs).
- Load and enter data into ERP systems.
- Attach labor hours to sheet metal jobs.
Essential Skills
- Proficiency in AutoCAD 2D drafting and nesting.
- Experience with Pronest software.
- Ability to work with AutoCAD and some 3D experience is helpful (Inventor is acceptable).
- Strong understanding of sheet metal and flat patterns.
- Capable of reviewing models and verifying accuracy, including understanding weld shrinkage and real-world impacts.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Experience in ERP systems or experience working on the shop floor is beneficial.
- A strong work ethic and being a good human are top priorities.
Work Environment
This position requires working onsite five days a week. The environment is supportive and encourages growth, with an emphasis on collaboration and precision in drafting and design. #mneng26
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Woodbury, MN.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $34.00/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 Woodbury,MN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 5, 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.