• Mechanical Designer

    Actalent (Canton, OH)


    Job Title: Mechanical Designer

    Job Description

    The Mechanical Designer will collaborate closely with shop personnel to assist with the interpretation of engineering designs, create project bills of materials, and develop customer approval drawings. The role also involves requisitioning parts for purchase, quoting drawings, and performing various other duties as assigned.

    Responsibilities

    + Review, plan, and estimate time on jobs.

    + Create customer approval drawings.

    + Layout, design, and detail CAD drawings.

    + Requisition parts for purchase.

    + Work closely with shop personnel to assist with the interpretation of engineering designs.

    + Create project bills of materials.

    + Quote drawings.

    Essential Skills

    + Mechanical design expertise.

    + Mechanical engineering knowledge.

    + Proficiency in AutoCAD.

    + Associates Degree in Mechanical Design or equivalent work experience.

    + At least 4 years of drafting experience, including sheet metal fabrication.

    + Minimum of 2 years in switchgear design and CAD.

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + Experience in the power distribution industry.

    + Knowledge of sheet metal.

    Work Environment

    The position is based in a newer facility, which has recently undergone new renovations. The facility is very clean, safe, well-lit, and organized, with climate control. The standard shift is four 10-hour days, but there is flexibility, including occasional work on Fridays if required. The company is committed to long-term growth. The facility supports a growing industry with projects extending through the year 2028 and serves sectors like utilities, data centers, industrial automation, renewable energy, and commercial facilities

     

    Job Type & Location

     

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

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $28.00/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 Canton,OH.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Nov 25, 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.