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Description

Position Overview A growing engineering and manufacturing organization is seeking an experienced Electro-Mechanical Design Drafter to support the development of technical documentation and production drawing packages for complex products and assemblies. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and has experience working with both electrical and mechanical designs. The selected candidate will be responsible for creating, updating, and maintaining engineering drawings, manufacturing documentation, bills of material, and other technical data required to support production and product development efforts. Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain engineering and manufacturing drawings based on design concepts, prototypes, sketches, and engineering direction. Create, update, and manage manufacturing work instructions and process documentation. Generate and revise Bills of Materials (BOMs), source control documentation, and related technical records. Prepare complete design packages for electrical, mechanical, and electromechanical assemblies, including supporting documentation and models. Produce detailed drawing packages consisting of assembly drawings, subassembly drawings, schematics, part lists, product control drawings, manufacturing specifications, and related documentation. Work closely with engineering, manufacturing, suppliers, customers, and external partners to resolve technical issues and ensure design accuracy. Assist in identifying and correcting drawing discrepancies and documentation concerns throughout the product lifecycle. Ensure designs and documentation comply with applicable customer specifications, quality requirements, industry standards, and regulatory guidelines. Maintain confidentiality and protect proprietary technical information. Support continuous improvement efforts within engineering and manufacturing processes. Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.

Skills

solidworks, Autocad, engineering documentation, bill of materials, aerospace defense, as 9100

Top Skills Details

solidworks,Autocad,engineering documentation,bill of materials

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Education Technical training, vocational education, or post-secondary coursework in drafting, engineering technology, or a related field is preferred. Experience Approximately 5-10 years of experience in electro-mechanical, electronic, or mechanical drafting environments. Skills & Knowledge Proficiency in AutoCAD for development and revision of electrical and electronic drawings. Experience using SolidWorks to create and modify mechanical and electromechanical designs. Strong knowledge of engineering documentation practices and revision control. Familiarity with PCB design software such as Altium, OrCAD, or comparable tools. Understanding of military, aerospace, or industry drafting standards. Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and technical specifications. Strong communication and collaboration skills with both internal and external stakeholders. Experience working within highly regulated manufacturing environments is preferred. Knowledge of quality management systems and compliance standards, including AS9100, is a plus. Familiarity with ITAR and related regulatory requirements is preferred. Additional Preferred Qualifications Experience supporting aerospace, defense, or other highly technical manufacturing industries. Ability to travel occasionally as required. Previous exposure to test, instrumentation, or mission-critical hardware environments is beneficial.

Experience Level

Intermediate Level

This is a Contract position based out of Los Angeles, CA.

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $37.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Los Angeles,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 18, 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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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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