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Job Description Job Title: Mechanical Designer Job Description This position supports design initiatives for Virginia Class model file conversions. The candidate will convert 3D models into the Siemens NX application, including setting up construction views. All trade disciplines are involved in this effort. The role involves designing components or portions of systems, modifying existing designs to develop or improve products, and facilitating manufacturing operations. The designer will utilize computer-aided design equipment and/or graphic tools such as AutoCAD, NX, and Inventor, gather information, conduct studies, compute calculations, and prepare original rough layouts and sketches to present design proposals. They will also coordinate design criteria with engineering, manufacturing, tooling, material, and planning groups, focusing on ease of manufacture, availability of materials, and contractual specifications. Responsibilities • Convert 3D models into the Siemens NX application, setting up construction views., • Design components or portions of systems and modify existing designs., • Utilize computer-aided design equipment and graphic tools such as AutoCAD, NX, and Inventor., • Gather information, conduct studies, compute calculations, and prepare original rough layouts and sketches., • Proficiency in design, drafting, and CAD., • Experience in electrical, mechanical, and piping design., • Familiarity with Inventor, AutoCAD, NX, Catia., • US Citizenship required., • Associate’s Degree and 1 year of experience or additional experience in lieu of degree., • Siemens NX and/or Inventor modeling experience preferred., • Experience in manufacturing/installation drawing creation., • Trade experience using 3D work instructions in areas such as Structure, Electrical, Piping, Mechanical, Ventilation, Sheetmetal. The work environment is an industrial shipyard setting within offices. This opportunity offers long-term contract stability, growth potential, and upward mobility, with great pay based on years of experience. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Newport News, VA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $50.00/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 • Hiring diverse talent, • Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection, • Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.