Job Title: Drafter

Job Description

Responsible for providing drawing and technical support to the product engineering team and manufacturing areas. This is successfully accomplished by understanding, accurately specifying, and adhering to customer requirements, utilizing and applying quality tools and methods, and pursuing continuous improvement in all aspects of product and process design. These efforts will have a direct impact on reducing labor and material costs, while improving value, reliability, and performance.

ResponsibilitiesDraw and detail components using CAD software.Revise and update existing drawings.Properly name and locate drawings in appropriate file locations.Build product samples using machine tools (lathe, mill, drill press, saw) and hand tools.Prepare, set up, and perform product and lab tests.Maintain and organize lab area following 5S principles.Document data gathered from product testing, summarize and provide to project manager.Review and prepare Bills of Materials (BOM).Prepare and document Specification Revisions and Engineering Change Requests (SR and ECR) as directed by Product Engineer.Communicate and provide project status/updates to team lead and other associates within engineering team.Essential SkillsExperience with CAD drawing (SolidWorks, AutoCAD).Experience and knowledge of typical drafting standards.Experience with metal and wood machine tools.Technical writing skills for memos, lab reports, and project updates.Strong general math skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide, percentages, fractions, metric conversions, algebra, and geometry).Good interpersonal skills.Good analytical and problem-solving skills.Good communication skills (verbal, written).General computer skills (Excel, MS Word, Lotus Notes, MS Project, and Access).Preparing samples for testing and analysis.Manage work according to established project timelines.Additional Skills & Qualifications2 year associates degree in mechanical design or similar.3+ years experience working with design related software.3+ years direct experience in manufacturing environment working with primary operations (stamping, molding, forming, extrusion) and/or secondary fabrication of products.Work with Design Engineers to translate customer needs into functional product designs while working with cross-functional teams.Improve existing products and component designs to achieve cost reductions and product improvements.Develop working prototypes which can be used for functional evaluation.Strong interest in programming (such as Python, Arduino) preferred.Work Environment

Onsite in Middleton.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $36.00

• 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 Middleton,WI.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Jan 25, 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.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are 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

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.

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