Mechanical Engineering Applications Developer

Actalent; Plymouth (MN); On-site; USD 69,000 - 76,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave

Job summary

Actalent in Plymouth, MN seeks a Mechanical Engineering Applications Developer to automate and customize CAD tools, primarily SolidWorks, with API-based solutions to streamline design workflows. You will automate tasks, build scripts in C#/.NET or Python, and support CAD/PLM applications within a collaborative engineering environment.

The role emphasizes strong problem-solving, effective communication with engineering users, and delivering reliable integrations with ERP/CRM systems.

Qualifications

• Experience automating or customizing a CAD system, SolidWorks preferred.
• Programming experience with C#/.NET or Python for API development.
• Understanding of engineering workflows and automation opportunities.
• Strong troubleshooting and collaboration with technical teams.
• Clear communication with engineering users and colleagues.
• Knowledge of CAD automation, scripting, and API development.

Responsibilities

• Automate and customize 3D CAD systems to improve workflows.
• Develop APIs, scripts, and tools for CAD automation and customization.
• Support and administer CAD/PLM applications for daily operations.
• Build integrations between engineering apps and ERP/CRM systems.
• Troubleshoot issues with engineering users and IT vendors.
• Support software upgrades and ongoing improvements.
• Create technical docs and user guides for tools and workflows.

Skills

CAD automation

API development

C#/.NET

Python scripting

Troubleshooting

Communication

CAD/PLM administration

3D CAD concepts

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/CS/IT

Tools

SolidWorks

Creo

CAD/PLM tools

Job description

Job Title: Mechanical Engineering Applications DeveloperJob Description

The Mechanical Engineering Applications Developer supports and enhances CAD and related engineering software, with a primary focus on automating and customizing CAD tools to streamline design workflows. This role identifies opportunities for improvement and builds API-based solutions that reduce manual work, increase designer efficiency, and improve overall engineering quality.

Responsibilities

• Automate and customize 3D CAD systems to improve engineering workflows and reduce repetitive manual tasks.

• Develop APIs, scripts, and software tools using C#/.NET or Python to support CAD automation and customization.

• Support and administer engineering applications, including CAD and PLM tools, to ensure reliable day-to-day operation.

• Build and maintain integrations between engineering applications and business systems such as ERP or CRM.

• Troubleshoot application and integration issues in collaboration with engineering users, internal IT teams, and software vendors.

• Support software upgrades, deployments, and ongoing application improvements.

• Create clear, basic technical documentation and user guides to help engineering teams adopt new tools and workflows.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience automating or customizing a CAD system, with SolidWorks preferred; experience with Creo or another major CAD platform is also acceptable.

• Hands-on programming experience with C#/.NET or Python scripting for API development.

• Ability to understand engineering design workflows and identify opportunities for automation and process improvement.

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in an engineering applications environment.

• Clear communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with engineering users and technical teams.

• Practical knowledge of CAD automation, scripting, engineering workflow optimization, and API development.

• Experience with CAD/PLM administration and 3D mechanical design concepts.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience supporting or administering CAD, PLM, CAE, KBE, ERP, or similar engineering and manufacturing systems.

• Experience integrating engineering applications with other enterprise systems such as ERP or CRM.

• SolidWorks design or administration experience.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related technical field.

• Experience working in a consulting or customer-facing environment.

• Interest in making a measurable impact by improving engineering efficiency through software and automation.

• Ability to work in an inclusive environment that values diverse perspectives and ideas.

Work Environment

This is an onsite role in a professional engineering and technology environment. You will work closely with design engineers, IT professionals, and other technical stakeholders, using modern CAD, PLM, and enterprise systems to support product development and manufacturing processes. The position offers a long-term opportunity with a company that is passionate about growth and continuous improvement, and that provides support from an organization that values inclusion and believes diverse people, perspectives, and ideas drive the best results. Typical work is performed in an office and lab setting with standard business hours, using workstation-based CAD tools, scripting environments such as C#/.NET and Python, and various engineering and business applications.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $55.00/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 4, 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.

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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.