Mechanical Engineer

Actalent; Harrodsburg (KY); Hybrid; USD 47,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent, a global engineering services provider, seeks a Mechanical Engineer for inverter product development in Harrodsburg, KY. You will drive mechanical design for automotive powertrain in collaboration with U.S.

and international teams, supporting prototype builds, design changes, and manufacturing launches. You will create 3D models, drawings, and BOMs, gain experience with CAE tools, and contribute to cost reductions while ensuring performance, quality, and manufacturability throughout

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering required.
• At least 1 year of 3D mechanical design experience.
• SolidWorks proficiency required.
• Experience with GD&T and BOM structures.
• Able to read 2D drawings and schematics.
• Strong communication and project coordination.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage engineering activities for multiple inverter-related projects to ensure objectives are achieved within defined timelines.
• Facilitate accurate and timely technical communication for inverter programs between U.S. design teams, manufacturing sites, and suppliers.
• Collaborate with U.S. and Japan Design Engineering organizations on design improvements, validation, and production launches for xEV inverters.
• Create and update 3D CAD models, 2D drawings, CAE data, and other specifications to support design changes.
• Maintain and revise BOMs and schematic drawings to ensure accurate configurations.
• Provide on-site engineering support at inverter manufacturing locations during prototype, sample, and mass production phases.
• Support product validation testing and engineering deliverables during development.
• Investigate and help resolve production-related issues to improve manufacturability and reliability.
• Support cost reduction activities to lower production costs while preserving quality.
• Contribute to new product development by applying mechanical design principles with cross-functional teams.

Skills

3D mechanical design

GD&T

Engineering documentation

Schematic drawings

Cross-team communication

Prototyping support

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

CATIA

Job description

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer Inverter Product Development

This Mechanical Engineer role focuses on the development and continuous improvement of inverter technologies for advanced automotive powertrain applications. You will support prototype builds, investigate production-related issues, drive cost reduction initiatives, update engineering drawings, and maintain engineering documentation that supports both product development and manufacturing. Working under the guidance of a Senior Engineer and in close collaboration with global design teams, you will help ensure that inverter products meet performance, quality, and cost targets throughout the product lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage engineering activities for multiple inverter-related projects to ensure objectives are achieved within defined timelines.
• Facilitate accurate and timely technical communication for inverter programs between U.S. design teams, manufacturing sites, and suppliers.
• Collaborate with U.S. and Japan Design Engineering organizations on existing design improvements, performance validation, and production launch activities for xEV inverters used in various automotive powertrain applications.
• Create and update 3D CAD models, 2D drawings, CAE data, and other technical specifications needed to support product design and engineering changes.
• Maintain and revise bills of material (BOM) and schematic drawings to ensure that product configurations are accurate and up to date.
• Provide on-site engineering support at inverter manufacturing locations during prototype, sample, and mass production phases, addressing technical issues as they arise.
• Support product validation testing, including prototype builds and tests, and complete engineering deliverables required during the development phase of the product lifecycle.
• Investigate and help resolve production-related issues to improve manufacturability, reliability, and product performance.
• Support and drive cost reduction activities aimed at lowering production costs while maintaining or improving product quality.
• Contribute to new product development efforts by applying mechanical design principles and collaborating with cross-functional teams to introduce new inverter models into production.

Essential Skills

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• At least 1 year of experience in 3D mechanical design.
• Proficiency with SolidWorks for 3D design and modeling.
• Experience with mechanical design for complex products, ideally within an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to create and interpret 3D CAD models and 2D engineering drawings.
• Understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) principles.
• Familiarity with bill of material (BOM) structures and documentation.
• Ability to read and work with schematic drawings.
• Strong organizational and project coordination skills to manage multiple projects and tasks within defined timelines.
• Effective communication skills to collaborate with internal teams, manufacturing sites, and suppliers.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 5 or more years of mechanical design experience, preferably in automotive or related industries.
• Basic knowledge of electrical design concepts as they relate to inverter and electronics packaging.
• Experience with CATIA for 3D design and modeling.
• Experience with other 3D design software and CAE tools.
• Experience in new product development, particularly for automotive or electronic components.
• Experience supporting product validation testing and prototype builds.
• Experience working on cost reduction initiatives in a production environment.
• Ability to work effectively with international engineering teams across different locations.

Work Environment

This position operates in a hybrid work environment, with three days onsite and two days remote each week. Initial training may take place fully onsite for the first few weeks to provide hands-on exposure to the products, processes, and team. You will work closely with a dedicated Design Engineering team located at a large automotive manufacturing site, with direct input into design changes and new inverter models entering production. The facility environment is typical of a modern manufacturing and engineering operation, combining office-based design work with periodic visits to the production floor and test areas. Travel is generally limited but you may occasionally visit locations such as Michigan or supplier sites to support engineering activities, prototype builds, or production launches. The role involves regular use of CAD and other engineering software tools, collaboration with cross-functional teams, and engagement in a fast-paced, innovation-focused culture with potential for long-term employment based on performance.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Harrodsburg, KY.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $34.00 - $38.00/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 Nov 6, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Harrodsburg, KY.

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.