What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanical Design Engineer position at Actalent?
Job Description
We are seeking a hands-on Mechanical Project Engineer. You will play a key role in engineering, managing, and delivering mechanical systems tailored to customer needs. From concept through commissioning, this role is responsible for CAD design, technical leadership, coordination with internal teams, and direct customer engagement.
Responsibilities Include:
• Design custom mechanical equipment using CAD (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or equivalent).
• Manage projects from initial customer specifications through design, fabrication, assembly, and delivery.
• Interface directly with customers to gather requirements, provide updates, and ensure satisfaction.
• Develop and manage project timelines, budgets, and technical deliverables.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including fabrication, controls, and field service.
• Oversee equipment testing, troubleshooting, and commissioning (on-site and remote).
• Maintain documentation including BOMs, drawings, manuals, and specifications.
• Support continuous improvement and standardization of design and build processes.
Must Have
3 years experience in some of the following:
- OEM design experience, Machine design or Equipment design
- Solidworks or AutoCAD Inventor experience
- Experience with reading/generating prints
- Previous Project Management experience
Nice to Have
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering
- Experience with calculations capabilities to solve complex systems (structural loading, drive size, conveyance systems, etc.)
- Sizing water pumps, gear motors and cylinders experience
- Experience with standard fabrication methods
- Hydraulic/Pneumatic and/or light industrial electrical experience
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $115000.00/yr.
Full health and medical benefits offered
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Aurora,OH.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 2, 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 : $100,000 - $115,000
