Job Title
Mechanical Designer/Drafter
Job Description
Join a dynamic mechanical engineering team in the heart of Niceville, Florida, where your expertise in rapid prototyping and design for manufacturing will drive innovation and efficiency. We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Designer/Drafter who is ready to develop models from concept design, design mounts, and enclosures for electronics while considering factors such as g-shock and vibration. Your role will involve developing 3D parts for proof of concept, followed by machining parts for final application.
Hard Skills
Proficient in mechanical engineering practices, especially R&D and prototyping.
Strong experience with CAD software such as Creo, SolidWorks, or Inventor.
Adept in designing machined parts and design for manufacturability.
Department of Defense (DOD) experience is a strong advantage.
Soft Skills
Exceptional team collaboration and leadership capabilities.
Ability to handle a visible role within the organization.
Flexibility and adaptability to work in various environments including office, prototyping, testing, and manufacturing areas.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
While not mandatory, candidates with experience overseeing a mechanical design team will be highly regarded. A minimum of 3-5 years in a designer/drafter role is required.
Employee Value Proposition (EVP)
This position offers a high level of visibility within a small company culture that is vertically integrated, minimizing layers of mid-level management. Our comprehensive benefits package is highly competitive, and terms such as PTO and holiday schedules are negotiable. This is a contract-to-hire role, providing an excellent opportunity for growth and long-term career development.
Work Environment
The work environment includes an office setting, as well as hands-on work in prototyping, testing, and manufacturing areas.
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
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
About Actalent
Actalent connects passion with purpose. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts that drive scale, innovation, and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 engineering and sciences consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia, and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. An operating company of Allegis Group, the global leader in talent solutions, Actalent launched as a new specialized engineering and sciences services and workforce solutions brand in 2021.