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Director Of Design
Actalent
An engineering and sciences services and talent solutions firm connecting specialized experts with industry projects.
Lead CAD department, manage design workflow, oversee forged program and mentor team.
1d ago
$25 - $60
Intermediate (4-7 years)
Contractor
Aurora, CO
Office Full-Time
Company Size
5,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Technical consultation
Performance analysis
Physical development
Injury prevention and recuperation
Sports psychology
360° Marketing
Consultancy with clubs and sporting entities
Legal services
Sector Specialisms
Utilities
Power
Automotive
Food and Beverage
Consumer Products
Industrial Goods
Manufacturing
Mechanical Engineering
Role
What you would be doing
shop drawings
cad libraries
spec sheets
design standards
technical troubleshooting
cad operations
Coordinate with internal teams or external vendors to troubleshoot technical issues.
Ensure accuracy and quality of all factory shop drawings for Forged, custom, and new product designs.
Provide technical mentorship and guidance to team members.
Create and verify product specification sheets as needed.
Conduct team and one-on-one meetings; regularly report to the COO.
Establish performance benchmarks, turnaround times, and KPIs; ensure accountability through regular performance reviews.
Define and enforce design standards and submission requirements.
Oversee daily operations and task prioritization for the CAD department.
Maintain and update CAD block libraries.
Support new product development with design input and imagery.
Lead quarterly initiatives focused on improving team output and scalability.
Collaborate with other teams to design and implement new workflows or improve existing ones.
Manage the Forged program in partnership with the COO and Sales, including client consultations, scopes of work, material drawings, and revisions.
Contribute to departmental budgeting and resource planning.
Participate in hiring decisions, manage time-off approvals, and ensure coverage during absences.
Oversee software licensing and subscriptions.
Facilitate communication across departments, resolving conflicts while maintaining company policies.
What you bring
autocad
netsuite
salesforce
excel
5+ years
bachelor's
Effective time management and ability to meet deadlines consistently.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in CAD design within a relevant industry.
Open to learning new tools and methods to support company growth.
Self-motivated and capable of working independently.
Proficient in AutoCAD 2D and 3D (Inventor).
Familiar with business tools such as NetSuite, Salesforce (Kanban), Outlook, Excel, and similar platforms.
Background in construction, architecture, manufacturing, or mechanical design is preferred.
Skilled in strategic and operational problem-solving.
Strong execution mindset with the ability to follow through on plans.
Willingness to travel to Denver for training and quarterly meetings.
Bachelor’s degree with a focus on design or related field.
Benefits
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Employee Assistance Program
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Transportation benefits
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
Short and long-term disability
401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
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