Mechanical Design Engineer

Mechanical Engineer Design Complex Systems. Solve Technical Challenges. Support Next-Generation Testing.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical subsystems for custom engineered equipment and facility upgrades.

• Work on systems that may include:

• Welded steel structures

• Pressure vessels

• Piping systems

• Mechanical mechanisms

• Rotating equipment

• Pneumatic systems

• Hydraulic systems

• Fuel systems

• Cooling water systems

• Process equipment

• Perform FEA and supporting calculations to validate mechanical and structural designs.

• Develop design criteria, calculation packages, procurement specifications, technical reports, and verification plans.

• Collaborate with designers to create accurate drawings, bills of material, and manufacturing documentation.

• Review designs for manufacturability, performance, safety, and customer requirements.

• Support procurement and subcontractor coordination when components or systems are outsourced.

• Participate in internal and customer design reviews.

• Provide technical support to fabrication, procurement, assembly, installation, and commissioning teams.

• Assist with vendor selection, quality review, site surveys, and equipment installation.

• Coordinate with project managers, chief engineers, and cross-functional engineering teams.

• Support future project proposals through technical concepts, cost estimates, and written proposal content.

What Were Looking ForRequired Experience

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or equivalent education and experience.

• 5+ years of experience in mechanical design, systems engineering, or design engineering.

• Experience with large industrial equipment, complex mechanical systems, or facility-based engineering projects.

• Proficiency with 3D CAD tools for mechanical design.

• SolidWorks experience preferred, but other 3D CAD platforms will be considered.

• Strong FEA experience for mechanical and structural analysis.

• ANSYS experience preferred, or similar FEA software.

• Experience designing and analyzing welded steel structures.

• Experience with fluid/process systems including valves, filters, pumps, instrumentation, and piping.

• Knowledge of fabrication methods such as forming, welding, machining, and additive manufacturing.

• Experience with pressure vessels and piping systems using applicable codes such as B31.3, PED, or similar standards.

• Familiarity with GD&T and engineering documentation standards.

• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary engineering environment.

• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities independently.

• Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed, typically less than 10%.

• Must meet US Person requirements based on applicable security requirements.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Saint Paul, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $70.00/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 Contract to Hire position based out of Saint Paul, MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 23, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Saint Paul,MN.

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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Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.