What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanical Engineer position at Actalent?
Description
The mechanical engineer will be responsible for the full mechanical design cycle — from concept and design calculations to detailed CAD modeling, fabrication support, and final commissioning.
Lead the full mechanical design process of industrial furnaces, ovens, and environmental chambers.
Perform engineering calculations (thermal, structural, materials) to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable equipment designs.
Create detailed 3D CAD models, assembly drawings, and fabrication documentation.
Select appropriate materials, insulation, heating elements, cooling systems, and structural components.
Collaborate closely with sales, customers, controls engineers, fabricators, and installers to ensure designs meet customer specifications and manufacturing capabilities.
Provide technical support during equipment assembly, installation, troubleshooting, and commissioning.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Required Qualifications
• 10 years of mechanical engineering experience, preferably with industrial furnace, thermal processing, or custom equipment design.
• Strong expertise in thermodynamics, heat transfer, and materials science.
• Extensive experience with 3D CAD software (SolidWorks strongly preferred).
• Experience designing equipment involving combustion systems, electric heating, cooling systems, and safety systems.
• Strong knowledge of ASME codes, NFPA, and other relevant industry standards.
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and manage deadlines.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $60.00/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 Anaheim,CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 20, 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.
Salary : $40 - $60
