What are the responsibilities and job description for the CAD Designer position at Actalent?
Job Description
This position is primarily focused on transportation safety infrastructure projects and offers a variety of design and drafting opportunities. The CAD Specialist will play a crucial role in producing 2D drawings using AutoCAD drafting software. The successful candidate will be responsible for organizing and maintaining a digital drawing and cut file database for each project. This role requires a strong understanding of drafting and waterjet cutting processes to complete assigned tasks including 2D submittal drawings, design revisions, product part arrangement, packaging drawing production and PDF printing. The CAD Specialist will facilitate and ensure the quality of the CAD drawings and cut files for the shop production team, communicating effectively with sales team and pricing team members during the drawing submittal, client approval and production process.
Responsibilities
• Take customer-generated geometry or drawings and save them into the correct file format using CAD software.
• Utilize nesting software to generate programs for CNC waterjet equipment.
• Interpret customer drawings and specifications and using CAD software to create production drawings.
• Coordinate production and technical communications between sales, production, pricing and other members of the manufacturing team.
• Create inspection sheets and shop drawings for all aspects of production.
• Import files created with CAD software into the nesting software and generate NC files for the CNC waterjet equipment.
• Execute document revisions as required.
• Ensure designs conform to industry standards, regulations, and quality requirements.
• Generate technical drawings, bills of materials data entry, and other documentation needed for production.
• Test prototypes and recommend design modifications to achieve optimal performance and cost-effectiveness.
• Participate in design reviews and suggest improvements to design processes or methodology.
• Keep up to date with advancements in CAD and CNC technology and recommend upgrades or changes as needed.
• Work efficiently and independently to meet project deadlines and deliverables.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
• Ability to understand and interpret geometric dimensioning and tolerances.
• Nest parts as required on sheets to maximize material utilization and production efficiency.
• 3 - 5 years practical CAD programming experience in an industrial manufacturing environment.
• Two-year technical Degree in Computer programming or Computer Aided design, or equivalent experience.
• Experience with thermoplastics a plus.
• AutoCAD
• Microsoft office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop).
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in record-keeping.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to interact professionally with employees, Senior Leadership, and other stakeholders.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and work in a fast-paced environment.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $33.66 - $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 Greensboro,NC.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 18, 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.
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.
Salary : $34 - $41
