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Senior Mechanical Engineer

Actalent
Nicholasville, KY Contractor
POSTED ON 3/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/6/2026

Job Title: Sr. Mechanical Engineer

Client is unable to provide visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Job Description

We are seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer who will be instrumental in understanding and interpreting blueprints, and creating and improving existing drawings for lock components. The role involves utilizing SolidWorks to build 3D models from 2D prints.

Responsibilities

  • Understand and interpret blueprints accurately.
  • Create and modify existing drawings for lock components.
  • Utilize SolidWorks to build 3D models from 2D prints.
  • Collaborate with the design team to ensure product design meets company standards.

Essential Skills

  • Proficiency in mechanical design.
  • Expertise in using SolidWorks and AutoCAD.
  • Strong blueprint reading skills.
  • Experience in mechanical and product design.
  • 7 years of experience in product design.
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • Preferred experience in FMEA analysis.
  • Knowledge of materials, including metals and plastics.
  • Experience in CAD and tool design.
  • Design engineering skills.

Work Environment

The position is full-time, Monday through Friday, from 8 AM to 5 PM. You will work in an office environment as part of the design team. The role offers the opportunity to be part of a well-established company that manufactures unique products for various industries.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Nicholasville, KY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $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 Nicholasville,KY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 13, 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 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 : $45 - $55

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