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Design Engineer

Actalent
Anna, OH Contractor
POSTED ON 6/15/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/14/2026

Job Title: Design Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Design Engineer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing design specifications, creating detailed project documentation, and supporting machine build and installation. This role requires a strong background in mechanical design and engineering, with hands-on experience in automated equipment and machine design.

Responsibilities

  • Identify equipment change points using current equipment drawings and new model part prints to meet engineering and customer specifications.
  • Develop design specification documents, concept models, and line layouts detailing the required work.
  • Engage in machine design, modeling, component sizing and specification, and part detailing.
  • Create comprehensive project documentation, including Bill of Material, Spare Parts Lists, Operation and Maintenance Manuals, Assembly Procedures and Check Sheets, Repair Procedures, and Project Schedules.
  • Perform engineering calculations to determine machine cycle time, FEA, static/dynamic accuracy, and size machine components.
  • Provide support for machine build and installation.

Essential Skills

  • Proficiency in SolidWorks and AutoCAD for layouts, concepts, model comparison, line arrangement drawings, and assembly/detail drawings.
  • Ability to perform static and dynamic calculations of equipment and components to meet design criteria.
  • Experience in Bill of Material creation and parts ordering.
  • Proficient in using Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) for project documentation and communication.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills to report project status and lead meetings.
  • Skilled in using Microsoft Project and Excel to create and update project schedules.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • 3 to 5 years of full-time mechanical design/engineering experience in work holding/fixturing, material handling, robotic cell automation, and/or special assembly machine/automation design.
Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Anna, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $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 • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Anna,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 2, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

  • Hiring diverse talent
  • Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
  • Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
  • Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000 extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

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.

Salary : $40 - $50

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