Mechanical Design Engineer

We are seeking a highly skilled Mechanical Design Engineer to join our dynamic team. This role involves designing complete mechanical systems using 3D CAD (SolidWorks) and includes creating custom frames, mechanisms, and assemblies. You will conduct on-site visits to gather pre-design information, collaborate with customers to refine system parameters, and lead design review meetings. Your expertise will be crucial in generating detailed part and assembly drawings, creating and maintaining Bills of Materials (BOMs), and troubleshooting mechanical issues during machine builds.

Responsibilities

• Conduct occasional on-site customer visits to gather pre-design information and understand application requirements.
• Design complete mechanical systems using 3D CAD (SolidWorks), including custom frames, mechanisms, and assemblies.
• Communicate directly with customers to define and refine system parameters and functional requirements.
• Lead and participate in internal and external design review meetings.
• Generate detailed part and assembly drawings for fabrication and assembly.
• Create and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs).
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues and develop solutions during machine build and testing.
• Provide occasional hands-on support with in-house machine assembly.
• Assist with on-site installation and commissioning as needed.

• Proficiency in SolidWorks for 3D system layouts, assemblies, and detailing.
• Background in designing automated or semi-automated equipment.
• Broad mechanical design experience covering frames, mechanisms, assemblies, and interfaces.
• Working knowledge of machining, CNC, and fabrication processes.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical issues during machine build, testing, and startup.
• Experience communicating with customers to define system requirements.
• Participation in or leadership of design review meetings.
• Capability to operate as a senior individual contributor.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in mechanical design, preferably in custom machine or automated equipment environments.
• Proven ability to design custom machinery from scratch.
• Experience in automation, system integrator, or machine design environments.
• Understanding of machining, CNC, and fabrication methods, with a design-for-manufacturability mindset.
• Willingness to mentor and support other engineers.

Join a growing team where every project is custom and technically interesting. Work in an environment that values practical, buildable engineering over over-analysis. Play a key role in mentoring and supporting other engineers, helping the team scale effectively. Be hands-on with designs that go from idea to a real, working machine in the field.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Summit, NJ.

The pay range for this position is $47.00 - $54.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Summit,NJ.

This position is anticipated to close on May 15, 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.