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Mechanical Engineer

Actalent
Tempe, AZ Contractor
POSTED ON 12/19/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/19/2026
Job Title: Mechanical EngineerJob Description

We are seeking a dedicated Mechanical Engineer to concept and design turnkey fully automated solutions. These designs will closely adhere to customer-defined scopes of work and our design standards, incorporating motion products, pneumatics, robotics, machine vision, parts feeders, weldments, and tooling. A robust understanding of tooling and fixturing, as well as experience with robotics and other motion systems, is highly desirable.

Responsibilities
  • Perform SolidWorks conceptual and design activities as needed.
  • Design and maintain system 3D models and drawing packages.
  • Maintain relationships with customers and provide updates on project schedules, status, and organize meetings.
  • Assist with customer site visits, onsite service, installation, and other customer project-related tasks.
  • Update and create operation manuals for software, equipment operation, and general operator interface as needed.
  • Assist with mechanical assembly, debugging, troubleshooting, and testing as required.
Essential Skills
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field, or at least 4 years of industry experience.
  • Strong knowledge of mechanical designs, tolerances, stack-ups, and FEA analysis.
  • 4 years of experience in concept and design of turnkey fully automated solutions.
  • 4 years of experience in tooling and fixture design.
  • 3 years of experience using SolidWorks with an 8 /10 proficiency level.
  • 2 years of experience in mechanical assembly, debugging, troubleshooting, and testing.
  • 3 years of experience incorporating motion products, pneumatics, robotics, machine vision, parts feeders, weldments, and tooling.
  • 3 years of experience designing and maintaining system 3D models and drawing packages.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
  • Automation design and SolidWorks proficiency.
  • Experience with 3D models, tooling, and fixtures.
Work Environment

The position is located in a brand new facility in Gilbert with onsite manufacturing focusing on robotics and automation for OEMs across various industries. The team consists of approximately 40 professionals, mostly engineers. The company culture is outgoing and positive, offering project ownership and the opportunity to learn extensively in a relatively small company setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Tempe, AZ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $110000.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Tempe,AZ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 30, 2025.

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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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

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