Mechanical Design Engineer

Actalent; Redford Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Blue Cross Blue Shield benefits

Job summary

Actalent in Redford, MI is seeking a talented Mechanical Design Engineer to design and modify heavy-duty axle components using Siemens NX for 3D modeling and drawing creation.

You will create and maintain drawings, BOMs, and design documentation in PLM/PDM systems, develop DVP&R with validation teams, and support prototype builds and testing while collaborating with global engineering teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related field.
• 4+ years of experience in heavy-duty truck axle design and development.
• Proficiency with Siemens NX for 3D modeling and 2D drawing creation.
• Experience with PLM/PDM systems and engineering change management.
• Knowledge of DVP&R, DFMEA, and basic FEA principles.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work hands-on with physical components during prototype and testing activities.

Responsibilities

• Design and modify axle components and assemblies using Siemens NX (3D modeling and 2D drawings).
• Create and maintain engineering drawings, BOMs, and design documentation within PLM/PDM systems.
• Develop and maintain DVP&R documentation in collaboration with validation and test engineering teams.
• Support prototype builds, testing, root cause analysis, and implementation of design improvements.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, quality, suppliers, purchasing, and global teams to deliver successful product designs.
• Apply engineering methodologies including DFMEA, FEA, and DOE to support product performance and reliability.
• Participate in technical reviews and represent the design team as needed.

Skills

mechanical design engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related field

Tools

Siemens NX

PLM/PDM systems

Job description

Description

Design and modify axle components and assemblies using Siemens NX (3D modeling and 2D drawings).

Create and maintain engineering drawings, BOMs, and design documentation within PLM/PDM systems.

Develop and maintain DVP&R documentation in collaboration with validation and test engineering teams.

Support prototype builds, testing, root cause analysis, and implementation of design improvements.

Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, quality, suppliers, purchasing, and global teams to deliver successful product designs.

Apply engineering methodologies including DFMEA, FEA, and DOE to support product performance and reliability.

Participate in technical reviews and represent the design team as needed.

Skills

mechanical design engineering

Top Skills Details

mechanical design engineering

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related field.

4+ years of experience in heavy-duty truck axle design and development.

Proficiency with Siemens NX for 3D modeling and 2D drawing creation.

Experience with PLM/PDM systems and engineering change management.

Knowledge of DVP&R, DFMEA, and basic FEA principles.

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Ability to work hands-on with physical components during prototype and testing activities.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Ability to travel domestically and internationally.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with axle systems, driveline components, differentials, or related vehicle systems.

Familiarity with prototype validation, durability testing, and root cause analysis.

Experience working in cross-functional and global engineering environments.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Redford, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $100000.00/yr.

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.

• blue cross blue shield benefits available, starting first of the month after starting. Full medical, dental, vision, LT/ST, 401

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Redford, MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 5, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Redford,MI.

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.

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