What are the responsibilities and job description for the Machine Designer position at Actalent?
Machine Designer – Drive Innovation in Mechanical Design
Are you a creative problem solver with a passion for precision engineering? Join our team as a Machine Designer and take the lead on medium-scale design projects that shape the future of automation and mechanical systems.
What You’ll Do
- Lead & Innovate: Drive design projects with a strong focus on budget control and quality assurance.
- Own the Process: Serve as Job Captain on single or multi-discipline projects, from concept to completion.
- Collaborate & Coordinate: Work across disciplines to deliver final plans and specifications.
- Strategize & Represent: Develop new design approaches and represent the team in client meetings.
- Manage & Estimate: Prepare budgets, scopes of work, and estimate total design and construction costs.
What We’re Looking For
- Expertise: 15 years in machine design, mechanical engineering, and automation.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in AutoCAD (SolidWorks a plus), 3D modeling, and fabrication systems.
- Industry Knowledge: Experience with material handling, ductwork systems, and automation design.
- Soft Skills: Strong attention to detail, communication, and project management abilities.
- Requirements: Valid driver’s license; Associate degree or post-secondary engineering training preferred.
Why Join Us?
- Opportunity to travel and work on cutting-edge projects.
- Be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence.
Ready to design the future? Apply now and bring your expertise to a team that’s redefining mechanical design.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Toledo, OH.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $110000.00/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 Toledo,OH.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 21, 2025.
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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
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 due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
Salary : $90,000 - $110,000