Drafter

Job Title: Drafter Job Description
We are seeking a skilled Drafter to review existing mechanical drawings, models, and documentation packages. The goal is to identify discrepancies between released designs and current production equipment. You will work closely with manufacturing personnel, technicians, assemblers, and engineers to understand field modifications and determine the rationale behind design changes. Your role will involve updating SolidWorks models, assemblies, and detailed manufacturing drawings to reflect as-built conditions. Additionally, you will revise and maintain Bills of Material (BOMs), assembly documentation, work instructions, and associated engineering records. Ensuring all documentation meets internal configuration management and revision control requirements is crucial.
Responsibilities
- Review existing mechanical drawings, models, and documentation to identify discrepancies.
- Partner with manufacturing personnel to understand field modifications and design changes.
- Update SolidWorks models and detailed manufacturing drawings to reflect as-built conditions.
- Revise and maintain Bills of Material (BOMs), assembly documentation, and work instructions.
- Ensure documentation meets internal configuration management and revision control requirements.
- Create and maintain fabrication, assembly, and production drawings for mechanical systems.
- Support engineering teams by documenting design improvements and incorporating feedback.
- Verify drawing accuracy, dimensions, tolerances, and documentation completeness before release.
- Work independently to prioritize projects and drive documentation updates to completion.
Essential Skills
- 3+ years of mechanical design, drafting, or CAD experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Strong proficiency with SolidWorks, including part modeling, assemblies, and production drawings.
- Experience working with electromechanical products and CAD.
- Ability to interpret mechanical drawings, manufacturing processes, and assembly practices.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to documentation accuracy.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate with shop floor personnel.
- Self-starter mentality with the ability to work independently and investigate issues with minimal direction.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- AutoCAD experience.
- Experience supporting custom electromechanical equipment, machinery, or industrial systems.
- Familiarity with ECOs (Engineering Change Orders), revision control, and configuration management processes.
- Experience maintaining BOMs, work instructions, and manufacturing documentation.
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Drafting, Design, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or a related field.
Work Environment
The work environment is dynamic, requiring collaboration with manufacturing personnel and engineers. You will primarily use SolidWorks and occasionally AutoCAD to update and maintain drawings and documentation. The role demands a detail-oriented mindset and the ability to work independently to prioritize and complete projects. You will be part of a team that values accuracy, efficiency, and continuous improvement.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Knoxville, TN.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $50.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. 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)
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Knoxville, TN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 26, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Knoxville,TN. 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.

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