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Job Title: Mechanical DesignerJob Description

The Mechanical Designer will be responsible for designing both new products and components, with a primary focus on new product development. The role involves using SolidWorks to create designs in both 2D and 3D. The successful candidate will contribute to the development of a new single-use probe, which includes machined plastic parts welded together, sheet metal enclosure pipe parts, and wire assembly components.

Responsibilities

+ Design new products and components using SolidWorks in both 2D and 3D.

+ Focus primarily on new product development.

+ Contribute to the design of a new single-use probe.

+ Work with machined plastic parts, sheet metal enclosure pipe parts, and wire assembly components.

+ Support sustaining work as needed.

Essential Skills

+ 2+ years of experience with mechanical design.

+ 2+ years of experience designing with SolidWorks.

+ 2+ years of experience with 2D and 3D modeling.

+ Experience in new product development and design from scratch.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Associate's degree in Mechanical Design.

+ Experience with design in medical device, biotech, pharma, or instrumentation is a plus.

Work Environment

The Mechanical Designer will work onsite 100% of the time as part of a team with two other mechanical engineers. There is no remote flexibility and no opportunity for extension, as the role supports a backlog of work within the design team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone early in their career to gain exposure to new product development and work within a regulated industry.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Madison, Wisconsin.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $36.06/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 Madison,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 27, 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.