Mechanical Design Engineer Job Description We are seeking a Mechanical Designer to support the design and development of custom industrial equipment within a fast-growing manufacturing environment. This individual will work closely with engineering, fabrication, and production teams to develop manufacturing-ready designs and support projects from concept through fabrication and assembly. The ideal candidate will have strong SolidWorks experience, a hands-on approach to problem-solving, and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative manufacturing environment. Responsibilities • Create and modify 3D models, assemblies, and production drawings using SolidWorks. • Develop fabrication and assembly documentation. • Generate and maintain Bills of Material (BOMs). • Support the design of electrical integration skids and related industrial systems. • Collaborate with engineering, fabrication, and production teams throughout project execution. • Troubleshoot design and manufacturing issues. • Participate in design reviews and engineering change processes. • Ensure designs are manufacturable and meet project requirements. • Support multiple projects simultaneously. Essential Skills • Mechanical Design for Manufacturing (DFM) • Production support • Problem-solving Additional Skills & Qualifications • 5+ years of mechanical design experience • Experience in manufacturing or fabrication environments • Weldment and sheet metal design experience preferred • SolidWorks PDM experience preferred • Exposure to industrial equipment, electrical skids, or power distribution equipment preferred • Strong communication and collaboration skills • Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities • Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or related field • Experience supporting manufacturing and fabrication teams • Experience generating fabrication-ready drawings • Self-starter mentality • Comfortable working in a hands-on manufacturing environment • Experience interacting with production personnel and resolving design issues • Ability to make an immediate impact with minimal supervision Work Environment This is an onsite role supporting engineering and manufacturing operations with frequent interaction with fabrication and production teams. The environment is fast-paced, with a standard 40-hour work week and opportunities for overtime. Occasional travel may be required. You will have the opportunity to work on highly customized industrial systems and gain direct exposure to fabrication, manufacturing, and production teams. The company offers a startup mentality with an established business backing, ensuring significant career growth potential. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Marietta, OH. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $40.87 - $50.48/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. 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) Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Marietta, OH. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Nov 4, 2026. Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in Marietta,OH. 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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service. 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. 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