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Mechanical Design Engineer

$35 - $43 per hour

Actalent

Job Title: Mechanical Design EngineerJob Description

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to design and detail custom machinery for the textile and wastewater industry. The ideal candidate will take projects from concept to completion with minimal supervision and report to the engineering manager.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare product designs including 3D models and drawings using SolidWorks.

  • Collaborate with other groups, suppliers, and customers to determine product specifications and arrange equipment.

  • Evaluate products according to quality standards and specifications.

  • Provide engineering support for manufacturing and sales to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues.

Essential Skills

  • Proficiency in SolidWorks and AutoCAD.

  • Experience in mechanical engineering and design.

  • New product development skills.

  • Experience with sheet metal and machine design.

  • Strong computer skills, problem-solving ability, analytical skills, and technical understanding.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.

  • 2-5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.

  • Experience with stainless steel sheet metal design.

  • Proficient in Excel and Word.

Work Environment

The position is based in an office environment. Join a growing team where you can contribute your expertise in a collaborative and innovative setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Spartanburg, SC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $43.00/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 Spartanburg, SC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 29, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Spartanburg,SC.

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 click.appcast.io 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.

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