Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Sr Mechanical Design Engineer

Location : Hauppauge, NY (Onsite)

Schedule : 9/80 Work Schedule - Enjoy Every Other Friday Off

Employment Type : Contract-to-Hire

Compensation : Competitive and based on experience (hourly basis)

About the Opportunity

An award-winning engineering services company is seeking a Sr Mechanical Design Engineer to join its growing team in Hauppauge, NY.

This is a contract-to-hire opportunity with a strong path to long-term employment. The company is experiencing renewed growth and is l ooking to add talented engineers who can make an immediate impact while positioning themselves for a permanent role. Candidates seeking long-term stability, career growth, and exposure to a variety of engineering projects are strongly encouraged to apply.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in mechanical design, machine design, SolidWorks, and ANSYS , along with a proven ability to take products from concept through prototype, testing, and manufacturing . This position offers the opportunity to work directly with clients while supporting a wide range of innovative product development projects across multiple industries.

Key Responsibilities

• Mechanical Design & Product Development
  • Design mechanical systems, assemblies, machined components, and custom equipment using SolidWorks.
  • Develop production-ready 3D models and detailed manufacturing drawings.
  • Design innovative solutions for customer-specific engineering challenges.
  • Apply machine design principles to improve performance, reliability, manufacturability, and cost efficiency.
  • Support projects from concept development through production implementation.
• Engineering Analysis & Validation
  • Perform structural and thermal analysis using ANSYS or similar FEA tools.
  • Validate engineering designs through simulation, testing, and design reviews.
  • Identify design risks and implement corrective actions before production.
  • Optimize designs for performance, manufacturability, and durability.
• Cross-Functional Engineering Support
  • Collaborate with manufacturing, electrical, controls, and project engineering teams.
  • Participate in design reviews and implement engineering feedback.
  • Support prototype builds, testing activities, troubleshooting efforts, and product improvements.
  • Interface directly with customers and contribute to multiple concurrent projects.
• Documentation & Standards
  • Create and maintain engineering documentation, drawings, and design records.
  • Ensure designs comply with engineering standards and best practices.
  • Maintain accurate revision control and project documentation.
  • Support product release and manufacturing readiness activities.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• 7+ years of mechanical design experience.
• Strong experience in machine design and custom equipment development.
• Advanced SolidWorks experience including 3D modeling and drafting.
• Experience performing FEA analysis utilizing ANSYS or similar simulation software.
• Strong understanding of:
  • Machine Design
  • Manufacturing Processes
  • Materials Engineering
  • Machined Components
  • GD&T
  • Design for Manufacturing (DFM)
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work directly with clients and engineering teams.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Injection mold design experience.
• Engineering consulting or engineering services experience.
• Experience supporting multiple customers simultaneously.
• New product development experience from concept through production launch.
• Experience designing custom machinery or industrial equipment.
• Experience working in highly technical product development environments.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• The strongest candidates will come from environments where they have designed and developed:
  • Custom Machinery
  • Industrial Equipment
  • Automation Systems
  • Manufacturing Equipment
  • Robotics Systems
  • Consumer Products
  • Electro-Mechanical Products
  • Complex Mechanical Assemblies
  • Engineered Products Built from Concept Through Production
• Candidates should be comfortable taking ownership of designs, collaborating directly with clients, and driving projects through the entire product development lifecycle.

Work Environment

• This is a fully onsite position based in Hauppauge, NY.
• Engineers work closely with internal teams and Long Island-based clients in a collaborative environment where technical expertise, communication skills, and culture fit are equally important.
• The team wants someone who is technically strong, self-motivated, easy to work with, and capable of integrating quickly into an established engineering group.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Contract-to-Hire With Strong Conversion Potential : This position is being hired on a contract basis with the expectation that successful consultants will have the opportunity to transition into a long-term permanent role. The company is investing in growth and looking for engineers who can become valuable long-term members of the team.
• Diverse Engineering Projects : Unlike traditional manufacturing environments that focus on a single product line, this role offers exposure to multiple technologies, industries, customers, and product development challenges.
• Work-Life Balance: 9/80 work schedule, Every other Friday off, Flexible and collaborative team environment
• Strong Company Culture : Award-winning engineering services organization, Small, highly collaborative engineering team, Casual dress code, Family-oriented culture, Holiday parties and employee events, Leadership team that values personality and culture fit as much as technical ability

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

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $60.00/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)

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

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 9, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Hauppauge,NY.

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 withoutregard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability,sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protectedby law.

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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 applicationsand qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, youacknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.