Mechanical Designer

Actalent; York (NE); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

HSA Contributions

401k and Roth IRA options

Job summary

Actalent seeks a Mechanical Designer to design custom equipment and mechanical systems from concept to production. You will create detailed SolidWorks drawings, develop 3D models, and support manufacturing to ensure production-ready designs.

Qualifications include either an Associate in Drafting & Design or a Bachelor in Mechanical Engineering, with 2+ years SolidWorks experience preferred for Designer II. This is an onsite role in York, NE with competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• SolidWorks drafting and 3D modeling.
• Mechanical design and drafting fundamentals.
• Manufacturing and fabrication drawing creation.
• BOM management and ERP systems.
• SolidWorks PDM/Vault or similar document management systems.
• Engineering change management processes.
• AutoCAD experience.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and fabrication methods.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed production, fabrication, and assembly drawings using SolidWorks.
• Develop and modify 3D models for custom equipment and mechanical systems.
• Generate and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs) within the ERP system.
• Manage CAD files, revisions, and documentation through SolidWorks PDM/Vault.
• Process Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) and maintain accurate design records.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and procurement teams throughout project execution.
• Support production teams by answering technical questions and resolving drawing-related issues.
• Visit the manufacturing floor to verify designs, review equipment builds, and troubleshoot production concerns.
• Utilize AutoCAD as needed to support project requirements.

Skills

SolidWorks drafting

3D modeling

BOM management

PDM/Vault

Engineering change management

AutoCAD

Manufacturing processes

Collaboration

Education

Associate degree in Drafting & Design

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks PDM/Vault

ERP system

AutoCAD

Job description

MECHANICAL DESIGNER

Mechanical Designer / Drafter

Join a growing engineering team responsible for designing custom equipment and mechanical systems from concept through production. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with engineering, manufacturing, and procurement teams while gaining exposure to the full product development lifecycle.

Using SolidWorks, you'll create detailed production and assembly drawings, develop 3D models, maintain engineering documentation, and support manufacturing efforts to ensure designs are translated into high-quality, production-ready solutions.

What You’ll Do

• Create detailed production, fabrication, and assembly drawings using SolidWorks
• Develop and modify 3D models for custom equipment and mechanical systems
• Generate and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs) within the ERP system
• Manage CAD files, revisions, and documentation through SolidWorks PDM/Vault
• Process Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) and maintain accurate design records
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and procurement teams throughout project execution
• Support production teams by answering technical questions and resolving drawing-related issues
• Visit the manufacturing floor to verify designs, review equipment builds, and troubleshoot production concerns
• Utilize AutoCAD as needed to support project requirements

What We’re Looking For

Designer I

• Associate degree in Drafting & Design, Mechanical Design, or related field; OR
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
• Recent graduates encouraged to apply

Designer II

• 2+ years of SolidWorks experience
• Manufacturing environment experience preferred
• Experience creating production and assembly drawings

Required Skills

• SolidWorks drafting and 3D modeling
• Mechanical design and drafting fundamentals
• Manufacturing and fabrication drawing creation
• BOM management and ERP systems
• SolidWorks PDM/Vault or similar document management systems
• Engineering change management processes
• AutoCAD experience
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and fabrication methods
• Strong communication and collaboration skills

Preferred Experience

• Industrial equipment, machinery, or custom manufacturing systems
• Production support and manufacturing troubleshooting
• Working directly with fabrication, machining, welding, or assembly teams
• Managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment

Why Join Us?

• Work on innovative custom equipment and mechanical systems
• See your designs move from concept to production
• Collaborate with experienced engineers and manufacturing professionals
• Gain exposure to the complete product development lifecycle
• Growth opportunities for both entry-level and experienced designers
• Performance-based bonus opportunities tied to company success

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of YORK, NE.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $55000.00 - $70000.00/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.

Medical Insurance Health Savings Account (HSA) Superb HSA Company Contribution Dental Insurance Vision Insurance 401k and Roth IRA 401k and Roth IRA Company Matching Life and AD&D Insurance Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Paid Vacation and Enhanced Sick Leave 8 Paid Holidays Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Accident Insurance PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) Reimbursement

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in YORK,NE.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 12, 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 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.