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Mechanical Engineer

Actalent
Cleveland, OH Contractor
POSTED ON 8/1/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/1/2026

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Mechanical Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will design parts, drawings, and large assemblies using SolidWorks, perform engineering analyses and simulations, and provide support to the production floor for design changes or process improvements. You will collaborate with the testing department to develop and build test protocols, and use ERP systems for data management related to our products.

Responsibilities

  • Design parts, drawings, and large assemblies using SolidWorks.
  • Perform engineering analyses and simulations.
  • Support the production floor with design changes or process improvements.
  • Collaborate with the testing department to develop test protocols.
  • Utilize ERP for data management related to products.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or a related degree.
  • Knowledge of machine building, welding, or fabrication methods.
  • 2 years of experience in a relevant field; Co-ops and internships may count as experience.
  • Proficiency in SolidWorks CAD.
  • Experience in mechanical design, particularly with metals, fabricated and welded machine parts.
  • Understanding of GD&T and electromechanical design.

Work Environment

The majority of your time will be spent in the office, with frequent collaboration on the production floor during design changes or testing phases. The role offers a dynamic work environment with the opportunity to work on innovative products, particularly for military and defense applications. Our team values long-term tenure and offers the potential for contractors to transition into direct employees.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cleveland, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $29.00 - $38.50/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Cleveland,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 14, 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 : $29 - $39

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