Mechanical Designer

Actalent; Manitowoc (WI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) plan

Onsite work

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Mechanical Designer to create and update 3D models, assemblies, and detailed drawings for Manitowoc, WI. The role supports product improvements, cost reductions, and design optimization in collaboration with manufacturing, quality, and supply chain teams.

The position involves design reviews, testing, validation of new products, and troubleshooting. Proficiency in SolidWorks, Creo, and PDM is required, with 3–5 years of related experience and internship/co-op valued.

Qualifications

• Experience with electro-mechanical, structural, and industrial design.
• Basic understanding of manufacturing processes including sheet metal, plastics, and assembly.
• 3 to 5 years of relevant experience; internship or co-op valued.

Responsibilities

• Create and update 3D models, assemblies, and detailed drawings.
• Support product improvements, cost reductions, and design optimization initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including manufacturing, quality, and supply chain.
• Participate in design reviews, testing, and validation of new products and features.
• Troubleshoot design issues and support root cause analysis activities.

Skills

Electro-mechanical design

Structural design

Industrial design

Problem solving

Tools

SolidWorks

Creo

PDM systems

Job description

Job Title: Mechanical Designer

We are seeking a talented Mechanical Designer to create and update 3D models, assemblies, and detailed drawings. The ideal candidate will support product improvements, cost reductions, and design optimization initiatives while collaborating with cross‑functional teams including manufacturing, quality, and supply chain.

Responsibilities

• Create and update 3D models, assemblies, and detailed drawings.
• Support product improvements, cost reductions, and design optimization initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams including manufacturing, quality, and supply chain.
• Participate in design reviews, testing, and validation of new products and features.
• Troubleshoot design issues and support root cause analysis activities.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in SolidWorks, Creo, and PDM systems.
• 3 to 5 years of relevant experience, with internship or co‑op experience highly valued.
• Experience with electro‑mechanical, structural, and industrial design.
• Basic understanding of manufacturing processes such as sheet metal, plastics, and assembly.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with electro‑mechanical, structural, and industrial design.
• Basic understanding of manufacturing processes including sheet metal, plastics, and assembly.

Work Environment

The Mechanical Designer will work in a collaborative environment, engaging with manufacturing, quality, and supply chain teams. The role requires proficiency in engineering software such as SolidWorks, Creo, and PDM systems. The work involves design reviews, testing, and validation activities, often requiring attention to detail and problem‑solving skills.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Manitowoc, WI.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $40.00/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)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 30, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Manitowoc, WI.

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.

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