Designer

Actalent; Aurora (OH); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Fridays off (occasional)

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a hands-on Mechanical Designer to support the design and development of custom mechanical equipment. You will focus on CAD design, detailing, and documentation while collaborating with engineering, manufacturing, and customers to move equipment from concept through production.

Responsibilities include creating 3D models, BOMs, drawings, and technical documentation; updating designs to meet customer requirements; and supporting transitions from concept through fabrication.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of OEM/machine/equipment design experience.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks or AutoCAD Inventor.
• Experience in reading and generating prints.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop custom mechanical equipment using SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar CAD software.
• Create detailed 3D models, assemblies, layouts, and manufacturing drawings.
• Develop and maintain BOMs, drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Modify and update existing designs based on customer requirements.
• Work closely with engineering and fabrication teams.
• Assist with equipment layouts, component selection, and design improvements.
• Support the transition of designs from concept through fabrication and assembly.
• Review completed equipment and address design-related issues or revisions.

Skills

2+ years OEM design

SolidWorks

AutoCAD Inventor

Prints reading

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD Inventor

Job description

Job Title: Mechanical Designer

Job Description

We are seeking a hands‑on HYBRID Mechanical Designer to support the design and development of custom mechanical equipment. This individual will focus heavily on CAD design, detailing, and documentation while working closely with engineering, manufacturing, and customers to bring equipment from concept through production.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop custom mechanical equipment using SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar CAD software.

• Create detailed 3D models, assemblies, layouts, and manufacturing drawings.

• Develop and maintain BOMs, drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.

• Modify and update existing designs based on customer requirements.

• Work closely with engineering and fabrication teams.

• Assist with equipment layouts, component selection, and design improvements.

• Support the transition of designs from concept through fabrication and assembly.

• Review completed equipment and address design‑related issues or revisions.

Essential Skills

• 2 plus years of experience in OEM design, machine design, or equipment design.

• Proficiency in SolidWorks or AutoCAD Inventor.

• Experience in reading and generating prints.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Calculations capabilities to solve complex systems (structural loading, drive size, conveyance systems, etc.).

• Sizing water pumps, gear motors, and cylinders.

• Hydraulic, pneumatic, and/or light industrial electrical experience.

Work Environment

The position offers a standard office environment attached to the manufacturing facility, with a hybrid schedule of three days remote and two days onsite. The team is friendly and laid‑back, consisting of six other engineers, and occasionally offers Fridays off, with the expectation that work is completed. This role is crucial for growing the engineering team and supporting its development.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Aurora, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $36.00 - $41.00/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 position based out of Aurora, OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 14, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Aurora, 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.

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.