Top 12 Designer entry Jobs in Columbus

Drafter/designer
Actalent —Columbus, OH
- $25 - $35 an hour
- Temporary
- Hybrid work
- No experience needed
- Quality control
- HVAC
- Commuter assistance
- Health savings account
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Graphic Designer (Early Career)
Brown and Caldwell —Columbus, OH
- $22.50 - $30.80 an hour
- Remote
- Microsoft Word
- Background check
- Microsoft Excel
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Entry-Level Designer - Substation Design
GPD Group —Columbus, OH
- Analysis skills
- Driver's License
- Bachelor's degree
- Profit sharing
- Disability insurance
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Technical Designer - Junior (Columbus)
Gensler —Columbus, OH
- Full-time
- Office
- Bachelor's degree
- Military encouraged
- Profit sharing
- Paid holidays
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Entry-Level Designer - Transmission Line Design
GPD Group —Columbus, OH
- Analysis skills
- Driver's License
- Bachelor's degree
- Profit sharing
- Disability insurance
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Entry-Level Civil Survey Designer / Drafter
GPD Group —Columbus, OH
- 3 years
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Profit sharing
- Disability insurance
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Structural Designer
Dynotec —Columbus, OH
- Full-time
- Office
- Master's degree
- In-person
- Continuing education credits
- Paid holidays
Associate Apparel Designer - A&F Womens Swim
Abercrombie & Fitch Co. —New Albany, OH
- Full-time
- Analysis skills
- Presentation skills
- Bachelor's degree
- Store discount
- Paid parental leave
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Designer
Floor and Decor Outlets of America, Inc. —Lewis Center, OH
- From $15.24 an hour
- Computer literacy
- Basic math
- Travel
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Paid holidays
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Oracle Utilities Service Order Management (SOM) and Field Activity (FA) Functional Designer
Accenture —Columbus, OH
- $59,100 - $196,000 a year
- Full-time
- Oracle
- US work authorization
- Military encouraged
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance

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Drafter/designer
Actalent —Columbus, OH
Associate degree, technical certificate, or equivalent experience in Drafting, Design Technology, Engineering Technology, or a related field.
$25 - $35 an hour
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Graphic Designer (Early Career)
Brown and Caldwell —Columbus, OH
A bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, or related field or equivalent experience is required. The Graphic Designer role involves partnering with the creative…
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Drafter/designer

Actalent -
Columbus, OH

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Job Details

Temporary | Temp-to-hire
$25 - $35 an hour
18 hours ago

Benefits

Commuter assistance
Health savings account
AD&D insurance
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Life insurance

Qualifications

Mechanical blueprint interpretation

Full Job Description

Position Summary

The Designer supports engineering and project teams by developing and maintaining detailed CAD drawings for utility, infrastructure, and pipeline-related

projects. This role works closely with engineers, project managers, and designers to create accurate design documents, assist with project deliverables, and support drafting activities throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare, revise, and maintain CAD drawings and design documents.
Develop detailed layouts, plans, profiles, and construction drawings for utility and infrastructure projects.
Incorporate engineering markups and design revisions into project drawings.
Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and other team members to support project execution.
Assist with piping, utility, civil, and mechanical design-related drafting activities.
Ensure drawings comply with company standards, client requirements, and applicable regulations.
Maintain drawing files and project documentation throughout project development.
Support design reviews and quality control efforts.
Participate in project coordination meetings and communicate design updates to project stakeholders.

Required Qualifications

Associate degree, technical certificate, or equivalent experience in Drafting, Design Technology, Engineering Technology, or a related field.
1–2 years of hands-on CAD drafting/design experience.
Proficiency with AutoCAD and/or other relevant CAD software.
Ability to interpret engineering drawings, sketches, and specifications.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate work.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment and manage multiple priorities.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience supporting utility, infrastructure, mechanical, piping, HVAC, plumbing, or civil design projects.
Familiarity with utility systems, pipelines, or related infrastructure environments.
Exposure to engineering consulting, construction, or industrial projects.
Understanding of drafting standards and best practices.

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate is an early-career designer with strong CAD skills and experience in utility, infrastructure, HVAC, plumbing, piping, mechanical, or civil design environments.
Direct oil and gas experience is not required, as candidates with transferable drafting and design experience can be successful in the role.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Columbus, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $35.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Columbus,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 5, 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.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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