Mechanical Engineer- Mechanical Systems

Role Overview

The Product Design Engineer is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing product design, testing, and analysis activities for projects of moderate scope, or for significant subsystems within larger, complex programs. This role operates in a collaborative team environment, contributing to design solutions, participating in design reviews, and supporting cross-functional engineering efforts.

Decisions are made within established engineering guidelines and are subject to review by senior engineers or supervisors. The position may provide technical direction and review work completed by support personnel.

Key Responsibilities

• Apply knowledge of company products, policies, and engineering practices to drive cost efficiency through part and product standardization.
• Develop and evaluate design solutions that improve cost, quality, reliability, and performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including manufacturing, supply management, quality, marketing, and suppliers.
• Prepare and document engineering analyses, reports, and technical data to support design decisions, prototype builds, and production adoption.
• Develop and execute test and/or analysis plans to support product verification and validation.
• Provide technical support across manufacturing, quality, marketing, and supply management organizations.
• Analyze engineering assignments and define specifications necessary to solve complex problems or deliver projects of moderate scope.
• Apply advanced engineering methods and tools to address higher-level technical challenges.

Required Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

• Proficiency with Computer-Aided Design (CAD) and engineering analysis tools.
• Experience using enterprise engineering systems, databases, and processes.
• Solid understanding of engineering principles, theories, and best practices.
• Working knowledge of company products and how engineering principles apply to them.
• Fundamental understanding of machine forms relevant to the assigned business unit.
• Familiarity with competitor products and industry standards.
• Knowledge of structured product development processes such as:
  • Enterprise Product Delivery Process (EPDP)
  • Enterprise Technology Development Process (ETDP)
  • Enterprise Customer Acquisition Process (ECAP)

Education

One of the following (or equivalent experience):

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology
• Bachelor’s degree in Science
• Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Sciences

Experience Requirements

• 1–3 years of engineering experience in a product development or technical environment
• 1–3 years of experience using engineering tools, systems, and databases
• 1–3 years of experience with CAD systems
• 1–3 years of technical experience related to the design and/or diagnostics of:
  • Mechanical systems
  • Electrical systems
  • Hydraulic systems
• 1–3 years of product engineering experience

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Fargo, ND.

The 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 Fargo,ND.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 24, 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