Mechanical Engineer

Actalent; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 79,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

PTO / Time Off

Job summary

Actalent has a Houston-based Permanent Mechanical Engineer role leading end-to-end mechanical design for power generation and distribution equipment, focusing on new product development. You will own the product lifecycle from concept through manufacturing and field support, collaborating with cross-functional teams and clients including modular data center and microgrid markets.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering with 5+ years in manufacturing, strong SolidWorks

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 5+ years of experience as a Mechanical Engineer in manufacturing.
• Proficient in SolidWorks and AutoCAD for 3D modeling and drafting.
• Experience with power generation, power distribution, data centers, or microgrids.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end mechanical design from concept to manufacturing.
• Create 3D models and 2D drawings, BOMs, and design change documentation.
• Ensure designs meet specifications, standards, safety requirements, and project scope.
• Collaborate with operations, manufacturing, and other departments for manufacturability.
• Support onsite client needs, troubleshooting, and root-cause analysis.
• Identify risks early and propose mitigation strategies.

Skills

Mechanical design

Cross-functional collaboration

Client interaction

Engineering calculations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

FEA

Job description

Job Description

This role offers an experienced Mechanical Engineer the opportunity to lead end-to-end mechanical design for innovative power generation and power distribution equipment, with a strong focus on new product development. You will design from scratch, own the full product lifecycle from concept through manufacturing and support, and collaborate closely with cross-functional teams and clients, including those in the rapidly growing modular data center and microgrid markets.

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer

This role offers an experienced Mechanical Engineer the opportunity to lead end-to-end mechanical design for innovative power generation and power distribution equipment, with a strong focus on new product development. You will design from scratch, own the full product lifecycle from concept through manufacturing and support, and collaborate closely with cross-functional teams and clients, including those in the rapidly growing modular data center and microgrid markets.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed mechanical design using SolidWorks and AutoCAD, including creation of 3D models, 2D drawings, schematics, finite element analyses (FEA), engineering calculations, and testing documentation.
• Develop clear and accurate assembly drawings, bills of materials (BOMs), and design change documentation to support manufacturing and product lifecycle management.
• Ensure all mechanical designs meet applicable specifications, standards, safety requirements, and the defined project scope for power generation and power distribution equipment.
• Lead mechanical design efforts on assigned projects, taking ownership of design quality, timelines, and deliverables while coordinating with other engineers and designers.
• Review, check, and approve mechanical designs and drawing libraries to maintain consistency, accuracy, and compliance with engineering standards.
• Identify mechanical and technical risks early in the design process, communicate these risks clearly to engineering leadership, and propose mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate with operations, manufacturing, production engineering, and other departments to ensure designs are optimized for manufacturability, assembly, and serviceability.
• Support onsite customer technical needs, including troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and resolution of mechanical issues in the field.
• Select mechanical components and parts with careful consideration of cost, availability, lifecycle, and potential obsolescence to ensure long-term product supportability.
• Track design-related costs as projects progress, monitor budget adherence, and report status and variances to engineering and project management teams.
• Contribute to new product development initiatives in power generation, power distribution, data center, and microgrid applications, helping to expand product lines and support organic growth.
• Manage a workload of approximately one to two projects at a time, balancing design, documentation, testing, and customer-facing responsibilities.
• Engage directly with clients in a professional, consultative manner, including participation in commissioning activities and addressing service-related engineering requirements.
• Travel occasionally, as needed (typically less than 20%), to customer sites such as modular data center installations or other locations requiring onsite engineering support.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• At least 5 years of experience as a Mechanical Engineer in a manufacturing environment.
• At least 5 years of experience with SolidWorks for 3D modeling and 2D drafting.
• Hands‑on experience with AutoCAD for mechanical design and documentation.
• Proven expertise in new product development and mechanical design for power generation and power distribution equipment.
• Experience working with systems related to power distribution, data centers, microgrids, or similar applications.
• Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles, including stress analysis, calculations, and application of engineering standards.
• Demonstrated ability to create and manage assembly drawings, bills of materials, and design change documentation.
• Experience coordinating with manufacturing and production engineering to ensure design-for-manufacturing and efficient production.
• Ability to identify and communicate technical risks and provide practical solutions.
• Experience supporting client‑facing technical activities, including troubleshooting and root cause analysis.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage one to two concurrent projects and track design costs.
• Effective communication skills for cross‑functional collaboration and client interaction.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with distribution and power generation equipment in industrial or data center environments.
• Protective relay applications or related electrical power systems (as they interface with mechanical systems).
• Experience working on modular data center or microgrid projects.
• Exposure to full product lifecycle, from initial concept and design through manufacturing, commissioning, and ongoing support.
• Ability to thrive in a setting where new products are designed from scratch and product lines are actively expanding.
• Comfort working in both office and shop environments, adapting to the needs of different project phases.
• Strong problem‑solving mindset and willingness to engage hands‑on in the shop and at customer sites when needed.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Houston, TX.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $57.69 - $62.50/hr.

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) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Houston,TX. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Aug 26, 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.

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