Mechanical Design Engineer

We are looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join our engineering and R&D team. This role involves supporting product development efforts from concept through production release. The ideal candidate will provide hands-on design engineering, CAD ownership, prototype support, and manage engineering documentation.

• Participate in new product development from concept through production release.
• Conduct engineering calculations and design analysis.
• Engage in design reviews and drawing review processes.
• Collaborate closely with manufacturing and tooling teams.
• Manage revision control and product release processes.
• Utilize PDM systems for release management and engineering documentation.
• Support prototype development and testing activities.
• Create production-ready drawings and documentation.
• Work collaboratively across engineering, quality, and operations teams.
• Operate within timeline-driven project environments.

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 5 years of mechanical design experience.
• Advanced proficiency in SolidWorks.
• Experience in new product development.
• Experience in engineering calculations and design analysis.
• Familiarity with PDM and 3DX systems.

• Experience in plastics manufacturing environments is highly preferred.
• Product-focused engineering experience.
• Ability to influence design standards and product development processes.
• Comfortable moving between concept development, engineering calculations, and project execution.

The role is set in an engineering and R&D environment, featuring cross-functional collaboration. It combines product development, CAD, and project execution tasks. The position offers onsite access to engineering leadership in a fast-paced development and support setting.

This is a Contract position based out of Old Saybrook, CT.

The pay range for this position is $41.00 - $44.00/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 Old Saybrook,CT.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 7, 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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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 process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

Salary : $41 - $44