Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Actalent; United States; Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to lead the design and development of custom industrial equipment from concept through production in our Marietta, OH site. You will create large SolidWorks assemblies, manage BOMs, and provide hands‑on manufacturing support while guiding junior designers and coordinating with fabrication and quality teams.

This hybrid role offers design for manufacturability focus, opportunities to work on power distribution and related systems, and travel up to

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive mechanical design experience.
• Proficiency with SolidWorks for large assemblies, weldments, and sheet metal components.
• Experience leading projects from concept through manufacturing.
• Hands-on support of manufacturing operations.
• Experience with Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and documentation.
• Experience developing and managing BOMs and related engineering documentation.
• Experience supporting production teams on the shop floor.
• Ability to independently manage multiple complex projects and deadlines.
• Experience mentoring junior designers and engineers.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• System integration experience for industrial equipment.
• Willingness to travel up to 25%.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design activities for custom industrial equipment and integrated systems from concept through production.
• Create, update, and review detailed 3D models, large assemblies, weldments, sheet metal components, and fabrication drawings using SolidWorks.
• Develop and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs) and associated engineering documentation.
• Support projects through all phases, including design, fabrication, assembly, testing, and implementation.
• Collaborate with engineering, fabrication, production, and quality teams to resolve design and manufacturing challenges.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior designers and engineers.
• Drive design standardization, Design for Manufacturing (DFM) practices, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Participate in design reviews and engineering change processes.
• Support customer requirements, field activities, and technical discussions as needed.
• Work with production and fabrication teams to address technical issues and ensure manufacturability.
• Apply GD&T and FEA analysis to validate designs.
• Utilize ERP and related systems to manage BOMs, documentation, and project data.
• Manage multiple complex projects while maintaining quality, schedule, and budget.

Job description

Job Title: Mechanical Design Engineer

The Mechanical Design Engineer leads the design and development of custom-engineered industrial equipment and integrated systems within a growing manufacturing organization. This role owns projects from concept through fabrication, assembly, testing, and final delivery while working closely with engineering, production, and fabrication teams. The position combines advanced SolidWorks design work, hands‑on support of manufacturing operations, and technical leadership of junior designers. It offers the opportunity to work on complex, highly customized power distribution and industrial systems in a high‑impact, visible role, with potential hybrid flexibility after successful onboarding.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design activities for custom industrial equipment and integrated systems from concept through production.
• Create, update, and review detailed 3D models, large assemblies, weldments, sheet metal components, and fabrication drawings using SolidWorks.
• Develop and maintain accurate Bills of Material (BOMs) and associated engineering documentation.
• Support projects through all phases, including design, fabrication, assembly, testing, and implementation.
• Collaborate closely with engineering, fabrication, production, and quality teams to resolve design and manufacturing challenges.
• Provide technical leadership, guidance, and mentorship to junior designers and engineers.
• Drive design standardization, Design for Manufacturing (DFM) practices, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Participate in and contribute to formal design reviews and engineering change processes.
• Support customer requirements, field activities, and project-specific technical discussions as needed.
• Work directly with production and fabrication teams to address technical issues and ensure manufacturability.
• Apply GD&T and FEA analysis where appropriate to validate designs and ensure performance and reliability.
• Utilize ERP and related systems to manage BOMs, documentation, and project data.
• Manage multiple complex projects simultaneously while maintaining quality, schedule, and budget expectations.
• Contribute to the design of power distribution equipment, electrical skids, switchgear, E-Houses, and other industrial systems as needed.
• Ensure that designs are aligned with safety, quality, and operational requirements throughout the project lifecycle.

Essential Skills

• 8+ years of progressive mechanical design experience.
• Strong proficiency in mechanical design using SolidWorks, including large assemblies, weldments, and sheet metal components.
• Proven experience leading projects from concept through manufacturing, fabrication, and final delivery.
• Hands‑on supporting manufacturing and fabrication operations.
• Demonstrated experience with Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and manufacturing documentation.
• Proficiency in developing and managing Bills of Material (BOMs) and related engineering documentation.
• Experience supporting production teams and resolving technical and design-related issues on the shop floor.
• Ability to independently manage multiple complex projects, priorities, and deadlines.
• Experience mentoring or leading junior designers and engineers.
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• System integration experience for industrial equipment or related systems.
• Comfort working directly with fabrication, production, and engineering teams in a hands‑on environment.
• Willingness to travel up to 25%.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or a related field preferred.
• Experience with fabrication and manufacturing support in an industrial environment.
• in industrial equipment design, including custom-engineered systems.
• Experience with GD&T and FEA analysis to validate and refine designs.
• Familiarity with ERP systems for BOM and project data management.
• Experience with weldment and sheet metal design preferred.
• Exposure to power distribution equipment, electrical skids, switchgear, E-House design, or similar industrial systems preferred.
• Demonstrated project ownership and accountability from concept through production.
• Self-starter with a solution‑oriented, proactive mindset.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to make sound engineering decisions in a fast‑paced environment.

Work Environment

This role is based within a primary office and manufacturing environment with operations centered in Marietta, OH, and an additional office in the Columbus/Dublin area. Candidates may work from either location, with the expectation that those supporting the Columbus office will spend significant time in Marietta initially to gain a deep understanding of products, operations, manufacturing processes, and project teams. The position involves frequent interaction with fabrication, production, and engineering groups in a hands‑on manufacturing setting, including regular shop‑floor engagement. The work schedule typically follows a standard 40-hour work week, with overtime opportunities available based on project demands. The environment is fast‑paced, highly collaborative, and project‑driven, offering direct visibility to engineering leadership and executive decision makers, as well as the opportunity to see designs transition into fully manufactured products. Approximately 25% travel is expected to support project and operational needs. The organization operates with an entrepreneurial mindset and maintains a culture of close collaboration, continuous improvement, and high‑impact project ownership.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Marietta, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.48 - $62.50/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 jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long‑term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Marietta, OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 2, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Marietta,OH.

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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