Design Drafter

  • Chattanooga, Tennessee
  • Full Time
Designer

Key Responsibilities

  • Create, revise, and maintain 2D drawings and 3D models using AutoCAD and other CAD software
  • Develop detailed part, assembly, and layout drawings for mechanical systems and equipment
  • Interpret engineering specifications, sketches, and technical documents to produce accurate designs
  • Generate and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs) and related engineering documentation
  • Perform basic engineering calculations related to dimensions, tolerances, materials, and weights
  • Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to refine and improve designs
  • Support design revisions, updates, and product change initiatives
  • Ensure designs comply with quality standards, safety guidelines, and applicable regulations
  • Participate in design reviews and contribute to continuous improvement efforts

Required Skills & Experience
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD (2D) and experience with 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks or Creo
  • Drafting, design, or engineering technology
  • Experience creating detailed drawings, assemblies, and 3D models
  • Ability to read, interpret, and apply blueprints and technical drawings
  • Exposure to manufacturing and industrial environments
  • Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience designing heavy equipment or industrial machinery
  • Knowledge of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing)
  • Experience with BOM creation and ERP systems
  • Understanding of Design for Manufacturability (DFM) principles
  • Associates degree or certification in Drafting, Design, or a related field
Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chattanooga, TN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $27.64 - $45.35/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 Chattanooga,TN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 15, 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 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 process due to a disability,

please email ... for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the

city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants

with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a

condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law

shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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.

Job ID: 523243094
Originally Posted on: 6/1/2026

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