Mechanical Designer

We are seeking a mid-level Mechanical Design Technician to support new product development and manufacturing activities for a local smart building technology company. This role will play a hands-on part in building, testing, and refining components and assemblies during active manufacturing and launch phases. The ideal candidate has a strong mechanical mindset, solid CAD experience (preferably Creo), and enjoys supporting both design and testing efforts in a fast-paced engineering environment.

• Support testing of products, including setting up and breaking down test fixtures.
• Execute mechanical and functional tests according to engineering plans.
• Assist with prototyping and iterative design validation.
• Document test results and report findings to engineering teams.
• Create and modify detailed CAD models and drawings for components and assemblies (sheet metal, plastic parts, etc.).
• Support component and assembly design with consideration for design for assembly and manufacturability.
• Assist with the design of manufacturing tooling for major projects.
• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and development engineers on new product development and launch initiatives.
• Provide hands-on support while shades are actively being manufactured.
• Assist engineering teams during tooling build, validation, and refinement.
• Support semi-autonomous engineering groups responsible for standard and custom tooling.

• Experience using CAD software for mechanical design (Creo preferred).
• Experience with 3D modeling and detailed engineering drawings.
• Working knowledge of component and assembly design.
• Familiarity with machining, tooling, and design for assembly.
• Ability to support hands-on testing and prototyping activities.

• Experience with Creo (strongly preferred).
• Background in SolidWorks or other CAD platforms (transferable skills accepted).
• Exposure to AutoCAD (plus, not required).
• Familiarity with GD&T (nice to have, not required).
• Associate’s degree preferred (degree not required).

The position is onsite at the campus, primarily within a mechanical engineering-focused team. The role involves significant engagement in new product development, product launch projects, and heavy involvement in manufacturing tooling and production support for a major ongoing initiative. Employees can expect a hands-on environment with exposure to both development and electrical engineering. Benefits include a long-term role, design and hands-on opportunities, 2 weeks of paid time off, and 8 billable holidays.

This is a Contract position based out of Coopersburg, PA.

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $40.00/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 Coopersburg,PA.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 10, 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 : $35 - $40