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Job Title: Mechanical Design Engineer Job Description

We are seeking a talented and driven Mechanical Design Engineer to join our growing team. In this role, you will contribute to high-impact projects in the parcel, distribution, and e-commerce space by designing innovative conveyor systems and equipment that power the logistics industry. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy collaborating across engineering, sales, and production teams, we would love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

+ Leverage knowledge of one or more company products to support design and development.

+ Interpret building codes and basic permitting plans.

+ Create and modify designs using AutoCAD 2D; Inventor/Navisworks 3D and SolidWorks 3D are preferred.

+ Utilize Microsoft Office, especially Excel, for documentation purposes.

+ Plan and collaborate with peers on large-scale projects with independence and initiative.

+ Perform and review fundamental engineering calculations, both manually and using software.

+ Partner with engineering, sales, and production teams to deliver customer-focused solutions.

Essential Skills

+ Proficiency in mechanical design.

+ Experience with SolidWorks, Inventor/Navisworks 3D, and AutoCAD 2D.

+ Strong understanding of conveyor systems within the parcel, distribution, and e-commerce sectors.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Experience in Parcel/Distribution/E-Commerce conveyor systems and equipment design is preferred.

Work Environment

This position requires onsite presence 30–50% of the time. The remainder of the work may be completed remotely, based on business needs and team coordination. Our work environment promotes a people-first culture with ongoing training, mentorship, and career development programs. We are proud of our high employee retention rate, driven by a supportive work environment, competitive compensation, and meaningful work. You will be working on cutting-edge projects that shape the future of logistics and automation, making a real difference in how goods move across the globe.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Port Clinton, Ohio.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $120000.00/yr.

Comprehensive Benefits Package Includes:

401(k) Retirement Plan – with competitive employer matching to help you build long-term financial security

Paid Time Off (PTO) – generous vacation, personal, and sick leave to support work-life balance

Health & Medical Insurance – robust coverage for preventive care, doctor visits, prescriptions, and more

Dental Insurance – plans that cover routine cleanings, major procedures, and orthodontics

Vision Insurance – benefits for eye exams, glasses, and contact lenses

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Port Clinton,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 24, 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.