Top 33 Mechanical design engineer entry level 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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Entry-Level Engineer - Transmission Line Design
GPD Group —Columbus, OH
- Civil engineering
- Analysis skills
- Driver's License
- Profit sharing
- Disability insurance
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Mechanical Design Engineer III
TOOGANN TECHNOLOGIES —Dublin, OH
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- 1 year
Mechanical Engineer - Power (Multiple Locations)
Burns & McDonnell —Columbus, OH
- $100,000 - $165,000 a year
- Full-time
- Bachelor of Science
- Research
- Mid-level
- 401(k)
- Employee stock ownership plan
Component Engineer
TOOGANN TECHNOLOGIES —Dublin, OH
- High school diploma or GED
- Computer skills
- Entry level
Junior Systems Design Engineer, Nuclear
ATS Automation Tooling Systems Inc. —Lewis Center, OH
- Microsoft Excel
- 11+ years
- Mid-level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Substation Engineer 1 (Entry Level) - Grid
Sargent & Lundy —Columbus, OH
- $62,998 - $90,586 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Excel
- Computer literacy
- Bachelor of Science
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
Associate Project Engineer
KBR —Columbus, OH
- Up to $500,000 a year
- Full-time
- Construction site
- Office
- In-person
- AD&D insurance
- Health insurance
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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Assistant Substation Engineer, Electrical Engineer - Transmission & Distribution (Akron or Columbus)
Burns & McDonnell —Columbus, OH
- $80,000 - $120,000 a year
- Full-time
- Research
- Travel
- US work authorization
- 401(k)
- Employee stock ownership plan
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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Engineer: Mechanical
Dwyer Instruments Inc —Sunbury, OH
- $70,000 - $95,000 a year
- Laboratory experience
- Mid-level
- Analysis skills
Controls Engineer
Amazon Data Services, Inc. —Hilliard, OH
- $111,300 - $186,100 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Experience equivalent to degree accepted
- 1 year
- AD&D insurance
- Health insurance
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Product Engineer
KPIT Technologies GmbH —Columbus, OH
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- 1 year
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
Engineering Associate III (Vacancy)
City of Columbus —Columbus, OH
- $33.03 - $49.54 an hour
- Full-time
- High school
- Mid-level
- Office
- Wellness program
- Disability insurance
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Mechanical Field Forensic Engineer
Donan —Columbus, OH
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- Customer service
- Computer literacy
- Continuing education credits
- Paid parental leave
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Control Systems Engineer
Thermo Systems LLC —Dublin, OH
- Full-time
- Bachelor of Science
- Travel
- US work authorization
- Travel reimbursement
- Tuition reimbursement
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Water Supply & Wastewater Graduate Engineer
V3 Companies Ltd —Westerville, OH
- $74,880 - $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- Construction site
- Office
- Bachelor's degree
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Electronics Engineer (6 Month register)
US Defense Logistics Agency —Whitehall, OH
- $52,654 - $121,422 a year
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- Doctoral degree
- Engineering
- Pass drug screening
Mechanical Engr. - Industrial/Manuf. - Forensic Investigator
Robson Forensic —Dublin, OH
- Full-time
- Background check
- Bachelor of Science
- No experience needed
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Drafter/designer

Actalent -
Columbus, OH

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Job Details

Temporary | Temp-to-hire
$25 - $35 an hour
1 day 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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mechanical design engineer entry level jobs in columbus

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Entry-Level Engineer - Transmission Line Design

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Component Engineer

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Substation Engineer 1 (Entry Level) - Grid

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Assistant Substation Engineer, Electrical Engineer - Transmission & Distribution (Akron or Columbus)

Entry-Level Designer - Transmission Line Design

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Product Engineer

Engineering Associate III (Vacancy)

Mechanical Field Forensic Engineer

Control Systems Engineer

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Electronics Engineer (6 Month register)

Mechanical Engr. - Industrial/Manuf. - Forensic Investigator

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