What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanical Designer position at Actalent?
As a Mechanical Designer, you will consult with clients to determine requirements for designs, research product usage, and create sketches or renderings to visualize design ideas. You will utilize computer software to develop virtual models, create physical prototypes, and examine materials and production costs to determine manufacturing requirements. Collaborating with other specialists, you will evaluate product safety, appearance, and function, and present designs and prototypes to clients for approval.
Responsibilities
- Consult with clients to determine design requirements.
- Research product usage and applications.
- Create sketches or renderings to visualize design ideas.
- Develop virtual models using computer software.
- Create physical prototypes of designs.
- Examine materials and production costs for manufacturing.
- Collaborate with mechanical engineers and manufacturers.
- Evaluate product safety, appearance, and functionality.
- Present designs and prototypes to clients.
Essential Skills
- 3-5 years of design experience in design for manufacturability using CREO
- Proficiency in mechanical design, GD&T, and CREO.
- Ability to perform tolerance analysis on assemblies.
- Experience with coefficient of thermal expansion in design.
- Capability to design products to withstand shock and vibration.
- Familiarity with manufacturing processes.
- Ability to design to customer requirements.
- Strong teamwork and coordination skills.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Optics experience is a plus.
- Experience in the oil fields designing equipment.
- Experience with industrial and military products.
Work Environment
Work in a fast-paced engineering services firm located in Plano, TX. The role involves designing military components and core products, focusing on durability and functionality in challenging conditions. Familiarity with the latest version of CREO is essential.
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Plano, TX.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $40.00 - $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 Plano,TX.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on May 5, 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 : $40 - $50