Mechanical Design Engineer

Job Description: Mechanical Design Engineer

The Mechanical Design Engineer is responsible for designing and supporting precision workholding solutions and industrial equipment, with a strong focus on chucking systems and machined components. This role collaborates closely with manufacturing and machining teams to ensure designs are feasible, manufacturable, and meticulously documented. Practical knowledge and hands-on experience are highly valued in this position.

Responsibilities

• Design mechanical components, assemblies, and detailed drawings using SolidWorks.
• Develop and modify workholding and chuck designs for industrial and manufacturing applications.
• Revise and update drawings based on machining feasibility feedback.
• Collaborate closely with machinists, manufacturing, and project teams.
• Create precise documentation with extreme attention to detail.
• Interpret and apply GD&T appropriately on drawings.
• Manage design data using PDM systems.
• Support projects through concept, design, and production phases.
• Perform basic FEA analysis as needed.
• Maintain accurate records within ERP systems.
• Support multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Essential Skills

• 5 years of experience in mechanical design engineering.
• Experience designing industrial equipment, specifically workholding or chucking systems.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks for CAD modeling, including parts, assemblies, and drawings.
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to modify designs based on feedback from machining teams.
• Exceptional attention to detail and thorough documentation skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Direct experience in a machine shop or manufacturing floor environment.
• Knowledge of lathes, mills, and CNC machining.
• Previous experience designing workholding solutions.
• Familiarity with Cad-Link.
• Experience working with ERP systems.
• Project management experience.
• Advanced FEA experience.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Buffalo Grove, IL.

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $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)

This is a fully onsite position in Buffalo Grove,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on May 13, 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 : $45 - $50