Tooling Designer

Actalent; Coopersburg (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a mid-level Mechanical Designer (Tooling) for on-site work in Coopersburg, PA. You will design and test mechanical components and tooling for new product development and manufacturing, using Creo or SolidWorks and delivering detailed drawings for sheet metal and plastics.

You will collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and development engineers in a fast-paced environment, supporting prototyping, testing, and production on major initiatives.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in CAD software for mechanical design, especially Creo or SolidWorks.
• 3D modeling and detailed engineering drawings.
• Practical experience with manufacturing processes and tooling design.
• Knowledge of component and assembly design principles.
• Exposure to GD&T is beneficial but not required.
• Associates degree in a relevant field preferred, though not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Set up and break down mechanical test fixtures to support product testing.
• Execute mechanical and functional tests per engineering test plans.
• Assist with prototyping and iterative design validation for new/existing products.
• Document test results clearly and report findings to engineers.
• Create/modify CAD models and drawings for components and assemblies (sheet metal/plastic).
• Support design for assembly and manufacturability; assist with tooling design for projects.
• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and development engineers on NPD and launches.
• Provide hands-on support on the production floor during manufacturing.

Skills

Creo/SolidWorks proficiency

3D modeling

Prototyping & testing

Design for manufacturing

Hands-on tooling design

Cross-functional collaboration

Documentation of tests

Design for assembly

GD&T knowledge

Attention to detail

Education

Associates degree in a relevant field

Tools

Creo

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a mid-level Mechanical Designer to support new product development and manufacturing activities for an innovative smart building technology organization. In this hands‑on role, you will help build, test, and refine mechanical components and assemblies during active manufacturing and product launch phases. You will use your strong mechanical mindset and solid CAD experience, ideally with Creo, to contribute to both design and testing efforts in a fast‑paced engineering environment that focuses on new product development, manufacturing tooling, and production support.

Job Title: Mechanical Designer-Tooling

Job Description

We are seeking a mid-level Mechanical Designer to support new product development and manufacturing activities for an innovative smart building technology organization. In this hands‑on role, you will help build, test, and refine mechanical components and assemblies during active manufacturing and product launch phases. You will use your strong mechanical mindset and solid CAD experience, ideally with Creo, to contribute to both design and testing efforts in a fast‑paced engineering environment that focuses on new product development, manufacturing tooling, and production support.

Responsibilities

• Set up and break down mechanical test fixtures to support product testing activities.
• Execute mechanical and functional tests according to established engineering test plans.
• Assist with prototyping and iterative design validation for new and existing products.
• Document test results clearly and report findings to the engineering teams in a timely manner.
• Create and modify detailed CAD models and drawings for mechanical components and assemblies, including sheet metal and plastic parts.
• Support component and assembly design with a focus on design for assembly and manufacturability.
• Assist with the design of manufacturing tooling for major engineering and production projects.
• Collaborate closely with mechanical, electrical, and development engineers on new product development and launch initiatives.
• Provide hands‑on support on the production floor while shades and related products are actively being manufactured.
• Assist engineering teams during tooling build, validation and refinement activities.
• Support semi‑autonomous engineering groups responsible for both standard and custom tooling solutions.
• Work effectively within a primarily mechanical engineeringfocused team while engaging with development and electrical engineering disciplines.
• Contribute to projects that involve heavy manufacturing tooling and production support for major ongoing initiatives.

Essential Skills

• Experience using CAD software for mechanical design, with proficiency in Creo or SolidWorks.
• Hands‑on experience with 3D modeling and creating detailed engineering drawings.
• Practical experience with manufacturing processes and tooling design.
• Working knowledge of component and assembly design principles.
• Familiarity with machining, tooling practices, and design for assembly concepts.
• Ability to support hands‑on mechanical testing and prototyping activities.
• Strong mechanical mindset and comfort working in a fast‑paced engineering environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with Creo is strongly preferred.
• Background in SolidWorks is acceptable and valued.
• Exposure to AutoCAD is a plus but not required.
• Familiarity with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) is nice to have but not required.
• Associates degree in a relevant field is preferred, though a degree is not required.
• Interest in both design and hands‑on work in a long‑term role.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross‑functional engineering teams.

Work Environment

This position is based fully onsite at a campus environment with direct access to engineering labs, manufacturing areas, and tooling resources. You will work within a primarily mechanical engineeringfocused team that collaborates regularly with development and electrical engineering groups. The environment is fast‑paced and project‑driven, with heavy involvement in new product development, manufacturing tooling, and production support for major initiatives. The role offers a blend of office‑based CAD and design work and hands‑on activities in testing, prototyping, and manufacturing support. The organization provides a long‑term opportunity with a design‑focused and practical, hands‑on culture, along with benefits such as paid time off and recognized holidays.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Coopersburg, PA.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $40.00/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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Coopersburg, PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 12, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Coopersburg,PA.

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.

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