Inventor Drafter/Designer

We are looking to hire a Mechanical Drafter or Designer immediately! This role offers an opportunity to contribute as an experienced Inventor 3D modeler supporting engineering efforts on power product projects. You will create high-quality 3D models and 2D drawings, develop and maintain accurate Bills of Materials (BOMs), and collaborate closely with engineers on the design of electrical power distribution equipment and related metal fabrications for a rapidly growing, innovation-focused manufacturer serving the AI data center industry and other sectors.

Responsibilities

• Create and revise detailed 3D models and 2D drawings for parts and assemblies using Autodesk Inventor and related drafting tools.
• Produce clear, accurate parts and assembly drawings suitable for manufacturing shop use.
• Maintain and update Bills of Materials (BOMs) for assigned projects to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Collaborate closely with engineers on the design and development of power products, including power distribution equipment and related components.
• Support additional design and documentation tasks as needed to meet project and production requirements.
• Apply industry drafting standards and best practices for automated industrial equipment and metal enclosures.
• Work independently to manage assigned design tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Contribute to continuous improvement by refining drawings, models, and documentation processes over time.

Essential Skills

• At least three years (ideally 5+ years) of industry experience performing 3D modeling and drafting for manufacturing shops.
• Proficiency with Autodesk Inventor for 3D modeling and drafting; SolidWorks experience will be considered.
• Hands-on experience drafting or designing automated industrial equipment or metal enclosures.
• Experience creating and editing parts and assembly drawings specifically for manufacturing environments.
• Experience creating, maintaining, and updating Bills of Materials (BOMs).
• Strong attention to detail in all drawings, models, and documentation.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Industry experience drafting in Inventor, including part drawings, assembly drawings, and BOM management.
• Experience 3D modeling power distribution products.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Industry experience creating part and assembly drawings for manufacturing shops using Autodesk Inventor.
• Experience drafting for power products such as switchboards, switchgear, UPS systems, static switches, and other power distribution equipment.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD or other Autodesk tools is beneficial.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with engineers and other technical team members.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects and documentation requirements.

Work Environment

This position is based in an office environment and is 100% onsite, Monday through Friday. The initial schedule for the first couple of weeks is 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. After this period, you will agree upon a mutually suitable start time with your supervisor, typically between 6:00 a.m. and 8:30 a.m. The role includes a one-hour lunch break. You will work closely with engineering and manufacturing teams, using Autodesk Inventor, AutoCAD, and related tools to support the design and documentation of power distribution equipment used in the rapidly expanding AI data center industry and other markets. The environment emphasizes diversity, innovation, continuous improvement, and collaboration.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Dallas, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $31.25 - $40.87/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 Dallas,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 3, 2026.

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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both client and talent service.

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 process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.