• Mechanical Designer

    Actalent (Elyria, OH)


    Job Title: Mechanical Designer

    Job Description

    This is a 3-month contract position focused on transferring drawings from PDF files, hand drawings, and other CAD platforms to complete the 3D modeling of components and assemblies.

    Responsibilities

    + Generate CAD models and conduct FEA analysis as needed on components and in conjunction with engineers.

    + Utilize knowledge of equipment capabilities, application techniques, and design limitations during the design process with minimal input.

    + Finalize CAD design models within the project timeline, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timeliness.

    + Prepare design concepts, assemblies, and detail drawings and completed models for new product development.

    + Perform mathematical calculations, research material options, and manufacturing techniques.

    + Ensure that all product development processes conform to internal quality systems.

    Requirements:

    + SolidWorks proficiency.

    + 3D modeling experience.

    + 2+ years of mechanical designer experience.

    + Component and assembly design.

    + Working knowledge of manufacturing and assembly processes.

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + FEA or other analysis experience.

    + Two years of college or an Associate’s Degree in Drafting, Engineering, or Engineering Technologies, or a CAD certification.

    + Ability to work from concept to production.

    + Detailed knowledge of various prototype and production manufacturing techniques for metal and plastic components.

    + Experience working with an ECR/ECN process and manufacturing BOM systems.

    Work Environment

    This is an office environment. The Mechanical Designer will have a cubicle and work closely with the Sr. Designer for direction on assignments. Interaction with other departments such as Quality and Production is expected as needed for design-related updates.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $32.00 - $38.00/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 Elyria,OH.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Sep 10, 2025.

    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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    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 due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.