Design Engineer

Actalent; Maryland Heights (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Design Engineer for a 5-month contract in the Saint Louis area, located in Maryland Heights, MO. The role involves creating and refining detailed mechanical and electrical designs for custom-engineered products, with collaboration across Manufacturing, Project Management, and Engineering teams.

The ideal candidate holds an associate’s or bachelor’s degree in engineering or related fields, has CAD experience (SolidWorks, Inventor, AutoCAD), and can interpret drawings and

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Drafting, or related technical field.
• Experience with CAD software such as SolidWorks, Inventor, AutoCAD, or similar platforms.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Create and modify detailed mechanical and electrical designs for custom-engineered products.
• Generate 3D models, drawings, and engineering documentation.
• Support customer-specific design requirements and engineering changes.
• Work closely with Manufacturing, Project Management, and Engineering teams.
• Assist with design reviews and problem-solving initiatives.
• Ensure designs meet customer specifications, industry standards, and manufacturing requirements.
• Support engineering change requests and documentation updates.

Skills

Interpret engineering drawings

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's in Engineering/Engineering Technology/Drafting

Tools

CAD (SolidWorks, Inventor, AutoCAD)

Job description

St. Louis Area | 5-Month Contract (Potential Extension) | Innovative Industrial Equipment Manufacturer Looking for a Design Engineering Role Where Your Work Actually Gets Built? We’re partnering with a highly respected St. Louis-area manufacturer that designs and builds custom-engineered industrial equipment used by customers across a wide range of industries, including manufacturing, automation, energy, and process applications.

This is a great opportunity for a Design Engineer who enjoys creating real-world solutions, working directly with engineering teams, and seeing projects move from concept to production.

The initial assignment is expected to last 5 months, with a high potential for extension based on project demands and performance.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Create and modify detailed mechanical and electrical designs for custom-engineered products
• Generate 3D models, drawings, and engineering documentation
• Support customer-specific design requirements and engineering changes
• Work closely with Manufacturing, Project Management, and Engineering teams
• Assist with design reviews and problem-solving initiatives
• Ensure designs meet customer specifications, industry standards, and manufacturing requirements
• Support engineering change requests and documentation updates

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

Work on custom products—not the same design every day

Join a well-established manufacturer known for engineering excellence and innovation

Gain exposure to highly customized projects and customer-driven solutions

Collaborative engineering environment with experienced technical professionals

Opportunity to make an immediate impact on active customer programs

Potential for contract extension based on business needs

Qualifications Required

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Drafting, or related technical field
• Experience with CAD software such as SolidWorks, Inventor, AutoCAD, or similar platforms
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities

Preferred

• Mechanical design experience
• Experience supporting custom-engineered products
• Manufacturing or industrial equipment design experience
• Experience with engineering change management and documentation

Who Should Apply?

If you’re an Engineer or Designer who enjoys solving real-world problems, working on custom projects, and seeing

your designs turn into finished products used by customers around the world, this is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience with a highly respected manufacturing organization.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Maryland Heights, MO.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 – $45.00/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 Maryland Heights,MO. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Aug 7, 2026.

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 [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.