Mechanical Design Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Mechanical Design Engineer

Location: Patterson/Brewster, NY Area (Onsite)

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Pay: $28.85–$31.25/hour

We are seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join a growing engineering team supporting the design and development of innovative electronic products. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a collaborative manufacturing environment where you'll have direct involvement from concept through production, working closely with customers, engineering teams, and manufacturing operations. If you're passionate about mechanical design, enjoy solving complex engineering challenges, and have strong SolidWorks experience, we'd love to hear from you.

• Develop 3D models and detailed 2D drawings for electronic enclosures, components, and assemblies using SolidWorks and AutoCAD
• Translate engineering requirements into practical, manufacturable mechanical designs that ensure fit, form, and function
• Partner with electrical engineers, manufacturing personnel, quality teams, and suppliers throughout product development
• Create and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs), engineering drawings, and design documentation
• Support prototype builds, testing, and design validation activities
• Revise and improve designs based on testing results and production feedback
• Apply Design for Manufacturability (DFM) principles, tolerance analysis, and material selection best practices
• Ensure designs comply with industry standards, safety requirements, and internal engineering specifications
• Troubleshoot production-related design issues and implement effective engineering solutions

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Design, Engineering Technology, or a related field, OR equivalent SolidWorks certification
• Proficiency with SolidWorks and AutoCAD
• Strong understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing)
• Experience creating mechanical designs, drawings, and assemblies
• Knowledge of mechanical engineering principles, drafting standards, and tolerance analysis
• Ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams

• Experience designing electronic enclosures, connectors, couplers, or related electronic components
• Background supporting products in a manufacturing environment
• Experience with layout design and design documentation management
• Familiarity with prototype development and product testing

• Opportunity to be part of a rapidly growing organization
• Work directly with customers and participate in engineering discussions
• Gain exposure to the full product lifecycle—from design through manufacturing
• Collaborative engineering team with opportunities to wear multiple hats and expand your skillset
• 6 paid holidays and accrued New York State sick time during the contract period
• Business casual work environment
• Small to mid-sized company culture where your contributions make an immediate impact

If you have a strong Background in mechanical design , SolidWorks , and GD&T , and you're looking for an opportunity to work on innovative electronic products in a hands-on manufacturing environment, we'd love to connect with you.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Patterson, NY.

The pay range for this position is $28.85 - $31.25/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Patterson,NY.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 20, 2026.

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.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email View email address on ziprecruiter.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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.