Designer

Actalent supports the planning, execution, and delivery of medium- to high-complexity design projects through specialized expertise.

About the role

The Designer 2 applies strong technical knowledge to develop practical design solutions, collaborates with cross-functional stakeholders, and communicates technical information clearly. This role demonstrates sound problem-solving ability, works with a high degree of independence, and contributes leadership and technical guidance to support project success.

This is a contract position based in Kalamazoo, MI, offering a remote work environment with occasional travel to facilities as needed.

Responsibilities

• Establish workflows and manage collaboration processes to ensure external partners deliver design outputs that meet project expectations, documentation requirements, and records retention needs.
• Support and enhance working models that incorporate outsourced design resources.
• Apply and communicate design standards, tools, and best practices to enable efficient execution across internal teams and external partners.
• Create drawings and 3D models from written and verbal design requirements provided by internal stakeholders and external clients or partners.
• Execute complex design assignments with limited supervision and manage multiple drawing sets and project deliverables across different stages of completion.
• Apply industry-standard good manufacturing, sanitary design, quality, and safety principles in manufacturing-related design work.
• Develop designs that align with applicable quality, sanitation, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

• Advanced knowledge of CAD workflows, intelligent drawings, and 3D design applications.
• Expertise in developing industrial design packages and technical drawings.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to solve design challenges through technical knowledge, analysis, and creative thinking.
• Proficiency in CAD and design tools, particularly AutoCAD and other Autodesk design tools.
• Advanced knowledge of CAD standards and industry drafting conventions.
• Experience in mechanical or BIM design, preferably within consumer products or a related manufacturing environment.
• Ability to provide leadership and technical direction on assigned design efforts.
• Knowledge of National CAD Standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related design discipline, or an associate degree with equivalent relevant experience is required.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience with a bachelor’s degree, or 5 years with an associate degree, in mechanical or BIM design.
• Experience in a CAD coordination, lead design, or design leadership role is strongly preferred.
• Experience in piping design, particularly in an industrial setting such as food and beverage, is preferred.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $42.00 per hour.

Benefits

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital insurance
• 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)