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Mechanical Engineer

Actalent
Guntersville, AL Contractor
POSTED ON 3/26/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/26/2026

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Mechanical Engineer to support design work for aircraft upgrades. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain extensive hands-on experience within a small and dynamic organization.

Responsibilities

  • Contribute to the design and development of aircraft upgrades using Solidworks and other CAD software.
  • Collaborate closely with leadership and fellow engineers to ensure design specifications meet project requirements.
  • Participate actively in hands-on work within the hangar environment, applying mechanical engineering expertise to real-world challenges.

Essential Skills

  • Mechanical engineering expertise with 4-6 years of experience.
  • Proficiency in Solidworks and CAD software.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • Experience in aircraft design and upgrades.

Work Environment

This role is based onsite in a hangar in Guntersville, AL, where you will work directly on aircraft. The work environment includes both hands-on floor work and a cubicle in office space, ensuring close proximity to leadership and other engineers. The schedule consists of four 10-hour workdays, providing a compact yet productive workweek.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Guntersville, AL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $55.00/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 Guntersville,AL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 2, 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.

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