Job Title: Mechanical Design Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer responsible for creating and maintaining custom mechanical machinery designs. This role supports all phases of design through manufacturing, including installation, warranty, and post-warranty phases. The engineer interfaces with suppliers and serves as the customer-facing representative for mechanical engineering, developing specifications for custom equipment and part tooling using SolidWorks.

Responsibilities

• Generate complete machine concepts and provide detailed conceptual equipment designs both internally and to customers.
• Serve as the customer-facing representative for Mechanical/Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering.
• Generate quotes for equipment, including custom equipment and concepts.
• Design all aspects of custom equipment systems, including automation, fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, and time & motion studies.
• Manage mechanical upgrades and changes for equipment and facilities.
• Support the design, development, and review of division processes (SOP).
• Drive change processes with active feedback from customers, assemblers, and field service personnel.
• Manage continuous improvement projects related to cost reduction, workflow, product development, and manufacturing/assembly methods.
• Monitor project cost versus budget and execution versus timeline milestones.
• Participate in customer equipment diagnostics and repair.
• Support warranty processes and resolutions with vendors.
• Ability to travel up to 5%, including international travel.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 5 years of experience in Engineering related to the design and manufacture of custom equipment.
• Experience with standard fabrication methods.
• Experience with Time & Motion studies.
• Ability to write sequences of operations for controls engineering and automation.
• Hydraulic/Pneumatic and/or light industrial electrical experience required.
• SolidWorks/Inventor experience.

Work Environment

The work environment consists of a standard office space attached to the manufacturing area. The company offers a hybrid schedule, allowing three days remote work and two days onsite. You will be part of a laid-back and friendly team.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $125000.00 - $145000.00/yr.

Fully paid benefits
401K Match, Medical, Dental, Vision etc.
PTO and holiday pay

Fully paid benefits
401K Match, Medical, Dental, Vision etc.
PTO and holiday pay

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Aurora,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 13, 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.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are 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

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

Salary : $125,000 - $145,000