Design Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Design Engineer (Aerospace Tooling) – Entry Level Welcome | Catia Training Provided

Looking for more than just a design job? This is your opportunity to build a long-term engineering career in

a high-impact, hands-on environment where your work directly supports the aerospace industry .

We’re hiring a Design Engineer who is eager to learn, solve problems, and take ownership of real-world projects. Whether you’re a graduate or an experienced designer , we’re ready to invest in your success — including training on Catia V5 if you don’t already have it.

What Makes This Opportunity Stand Out

✅ Entry-level candidates encouraged to apply – full Catia V5 training provided

✅ Work on real aerospace tooling projects from day one

✅ Own entire projects – from concept through manufacturing

✅ Direct exposure to shop floor operations & production challenges

✅ Collaborate with experienced engineers and leadership mentors

✅ Stable, growing business with consistent aerospace demand

What You’ll Be Doing

• Turn customer requirements into 3D tooling designs and detailed prints
• Learn and apply Catia V5 (training provided if needed)
• Create and release manufacturing-ready design packages
• Work directly with machining, welding, and assembly teams
• Help troubleshoot and improve designs based on real production feedback
• Participate in customer design reviews and project discussions
• Optimize designs for efficiency, cost, and manufacturability
• Support quality efforts within an AS9100 environment
• Contribute ideas and solutions as part of a collaborative engineering team

What We’re Looking For

We’re less focused on what you know today — and more focused on your potential, attitude, and drive to learn .

Required

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline  
• Strong interest in mechanical design and 3D modeling
• Ability to read or learn engineering drawings
• Problem-solving mindset and attention to detail
• Strong communication skills and team mentality
• Reliable, motivated, and eager to grow

Big Plus If You Have

• Internship, co-op, or hands-on project experience
• Exposure to manufacturing, machining, or tooling
• CAD experience (any platform – we’ll train on Catia)
• Interest in aerospace or advanced manufacturing

What You’ll Gain

Hands-on aerospace experience early in your career

Clear growth path into advanced design or

engineering leadership roles

Training on high-demand Catia V5 software

Real-world exposure to manufacturing processes

Mentorship from experienced engineers

Compensation and Benefits

• $25–$45/hour (based on experience)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Potential for long-term, permanent placement

Work Environment

• On-site in Winfield, KS
• Collaborative team of engineers and manufacturing professionals
• Hands-on, fast-paced aerospace tooling environment
• Culture built on ownership, teamwork, and continuous improvements

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Winfield, KS.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $45.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Winfield,KS.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 3, 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.