Junior Engineering Designer

Actalent; United States; Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

PTO / Vacation / Sick Leave

Job summary

Actalent in Warren, MI is seeking an Engineering Designer to enter the Automotive Design field, developing math and design solutions to meet subsystem and component requirements, while leading cross functional teams for issue resolution.

This role emphasizes driving technology and best practices in Automotive Design, Engineering, and Manufacturing, with responsibilities including modeling methods, design reviews, NX analyses, and successful integration into vehicle systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related field.
• NX training highly preferred; Catia training considered with internships.

Responsibilities

• Develop math data models for components and subsystems.
• Apply manufacturability, Design for Assembly, and integration knowledge to designs.
• Lead design reviews and document material specs in NX.
• Support CAE studies and analyze NX results for solutions.
• Integrate component subsystem designs into full vehicle systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and share best practices.
• Release parts to meet timing and quality targets.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

NX Training

Catia Training

Job description

Location: Warren, MI

Job Description: We are looking for an Engineering Designer interested in entering the field of Automotive Design, who will be responsible for developing math and design solutions to meet subsystem and component requirements. This activity requires creativity, initiative and independent problem solving skills while leading cross functional teams for issue resolution.

This role requires an individual with drive and passion to embrace technology while becoming an expert in Automotive Design, Engineering Best Practices, Manufacturing

Responsibilities:

• Support component and subsystem requirements Develop, refine, and finalize Criteria and Typical Sections Develop Standard Modeling Methods and Processes
• Applies manufacturability, Design for Assembly, and integration knowledge to parts and subsystem designs Facilitates and participates in Design Reviews, both scheduled and informal workstation reviews, as required Documents and maintains material, mass, and other part specifications within the NX file
• Supports CAE with studies to improve designs
• Completes, analyzes and applies NX Analysis results for solutions of their subsystem / components
• Supports the Global Vehicle Development Process and the math fidelity for each cycle Independently integrates component subsystem design into systems
• Performs appropriate studies/alternatives and participates in recommendations for program direction
• Keeps abreast of current product developments and trends in area of responsibility Supports lessons learned, updating best practices and learning sessions with program teams
• Creates math data models of advanced, complex components, systems and subsystems Proactively communicates effectively with all stakeholders
• Releases system/subsystem parts to meet timing requirements with quality
• Actively identifies new areas for learning and takes advantage of learning opportunities
• Supports current product change management processes

Required:

• Bachelor's Degree in Technical Design/Engineering Program (Mechanical Engineering / Product Design Engineering Technology / Mechanical Engineering Technology)
• NX Training HIGHLY preferred. Will consider Catia training with exceptional Internships

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of WARREN, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $33.00/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 jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable 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 hybrid position in WARREN,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 22, 2026.

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 withoutregard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability,sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protectedby law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification oradjustment 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 thecity and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicantswith arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as acondition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this lawshall 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 applicationsand qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, youacknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.