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Mechanical Designer - Automation

Kelly Science, Engineering, Technology & Telecom
Tempe, AZ Full Time
POSTED ON 6/5/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/4/2026
Mechanical Designer (SolidWorks) – Short-Term Contract

Location: REMOTE

Type: 5-week contract | Immediate start | 1–2 openings

Are you ready to dive into a high-impact automation project with minimal ramp-up? Join our innovative team as a Mechanical Designer and help reshape the future of automated manufacturing!

What You’ll Do

  • Take ownership of subsystem redesign and upscaling for a state-of-the-art PVC pipe bending/robotic cell
  • Deliver results quickly, collaborating with other talented professionals
  • Work hands-on in SolidWorks to develop and refine automation system designs
  • Be a key contributor to a project with tight timelines and tangible results

What We’re Looking For

  • Solid experience in automation system design using SolidWorks
  • Ability to jump in with little training and thrive in a fast-paced, remote environment
  • Proven track record of quick ramp-up and effective project delivery
  • Strong communication and independent work skills

Nice To Have

  • Experience with PVC pipe bending/robotic cells
  • Background in controls engineering (future opportunities possible)

Why Join Us?

  • Short-term impact: Make a difference on a visible project, fast!
  • Remote-first: Flexible arrangement, with on-site options if necessary
  • Future potential: Possibility of contract-to-hire or direct placement for senior mechanical engineering roles

Ready to make an immediate difference? Apply now with your resume and let’s build something remarkable together!

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

Why Kelly® Engineering?

Your engineering skills are in demand, but how do you find the right fit? Easy. At Kelly Engineering, our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world’s most critical challenges. We connect you with leading organizations where you can collaborate on innovative projects, work with cutting-edge technologies and accelerate your growth. Whether you prefer the variety and flexibility of short-term projects or are looking for a long-term opportunity, we’re here to guide you to the next step in your engineering career.

About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life-just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Kelly may use AI-powered tools during the recruitment and hiring process. For full details, including how Kelly uses AI, your rights, and how to request a reasonable accommodation, visit the Recruitment Artificial Intelligence Notice.

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