What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanical Design Engineer position at Actalent?
Hiring for a Mechanical Design Engineer in Sturbridge!
Job Description
The Mechanical Design Engineer will be responsible for designing, developing, and adapting production equipment to support manufacturing operations. This role involves working closely with the Engineering and Operations teams to improve process efficiency, increase production capacity, and reduce costs, while maintaining strict adherence to product specifications and quality standards.
Responsibilities
- Design and develop production equipment to optimize manufacturing operations.
- Collaborate with Engineering and Operations teams to enhance process efficiency.
- Increase production capacity while reducing operational costs.
- Ensure adherence to product specifications and maintain quality standards.
Essential Skills
- Proficiency in GD&T.
- Experience with Large Assembly Design for machine components.
- SolidWorks (3D) expertise.
- AutoCAD (2D) skills.
- Ability to perform design calculations such as load calculations.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Exposure to 3D printing is desirable.
- Experience with fabrication techniques is preferred.
- BS or AS degree preferred but not required with 7-10 years of experience.
- An ideal candidate has 3-5 years of experience with SolidWorks, machine component design for large assemblies, GD&T, and load calculations.
Work Environment
The role is within a small team with a strong positive culture, ideal for someone who enjoys a team environment and supporting all levels of the manufacturing team. This is a fully onsite position, with working hours from 8 am to 5 pm.
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Sturbridge, MA.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $36.00 - $57.00/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 TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Sturbridge,MA.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Feb 23, 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 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 : $36 - $57