Mechanical Engineer

Actalent; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 62,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

HSA

Transportation benefits

PTO / Vacation / Sick Leave

Job summary

Actalent in Plymouth, MN is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to provide project support, including design and analysis for diverse projects. You will design complex machinery and contribute to engineering concepts and designs, performing calculations as required.

The role requires in-office collaboration, offers growth within a growing company, and exposure to a variety of projects in engineering services.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Mechanical Engineering.
• 3+ years of SolidWorks Design Experience.
• 3+ years of Mechanism Design experience.
• Strong skills in GD&T, new product development, and machine design.
• Experience in design calculations and analysis is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design complex machinery including gearing, actuators, wheels, weldments, bearings, and related assemblies.
• Contribute to the development of concepts and engineering designs, producing engineering calculations as required for projects.
• Serve as Project Engineer for various projects, supporting all aspects of design and implementation.

Skills

Mechanical Eng

SolidWorks

Mechanism Design

GD&T & NPD

Design Calculations

Job description

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer

Job Description

As a Mechanical Engineer, you will be responsible for providing project support, including custom design and analysis for various projects. Your role will involve designing complex machinery and contributing to the development of engineering concepts and designs.

Responsibilities

• Design complex machinery including gearing, actuators, wheels, weldments, bearings, and related assemblies.
• Contribute to the development of concepts and engineering designs, producing engineering calculations as required for projects.
• Serve as Project Engineer for various projects, supporting all aspects of design and implementation.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in Mechanical Engineering.
• 3+ years of SolidWorks Design Experience.
• 3+ years of Mechanism Design experience.
• Strong skills in GD&T, new product development, and machine design.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in design calculations and analysis is a plus.

Work Environment

The position requires in-office work and team collaboration, offering a unique opportunity to support a variety of projects in a growing company.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Plymouth, MN.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $60.00/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) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Plymouth,MN. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 25, 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.