Mechanical Engineer

Job Title: Mechanical EngineerJob Description

Join a dynamic team dedicated to designing and manufacturing precision components for plastic extrusion and injection molding processes. This role involves a blend of mechanical design, CAD modeling, manufacturing support, reverse engineering, machining knowledge, and project execution. You will be integral in creating custom-engineered solutions that enhance the performance, efficiency, and longevity of plastics processing equipment.

Responsibilities

• Design and modify precision mechanical components for plastics processing equipment.

• Create and maintain CAD models, engineering drawings, and manufacturing documentation.

• Support production through troubleshooting, process improvements, and design modifications.

• Collaborate with machinists and manufacturing personnel to ensure efficient production of designs.

• Perform reverse engineering activities on existing customer components and assemblies.

• Support machine programming and manufacturing-related technical activities.

• Verify dimensions and product quality using measurement equipment such as micrometers and calipers.

• Participate in design reviews, problem-solving efforts, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Assist with customer-driven engineering modifications and product improvements.

• Spend time on the manufacturing floor validating designs and supporting production.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline.

• 7+ years of experience in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering.

• Strong understanding of machining processes, metal materials, and manufacturing methods for precision-machined components.

• Proficiency in CAD for creating mechanical designs and detailed manufacturing drawings.

• Experience in a manufacturing environment with the ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.

• Mechanical aptitude with an understanding of machining processes.

• Experience supporting products from design through manufacturing.

• Sheet metal (or metals) experience, with knowledge in metallurgy or materials.

• Reverse engineering experience.

• Experience with rotating equipment, feed screws, augers, conveyors, or similar mechanically driven systems.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Precision machining or CNC machining experience.

• Experience with AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Inventor, or similar 3D CAD software.

• CNC programming experience.

• Experience in a custom manufacturing or low-volume/high-mix environment.

• Hands-on fabrication, welding, machining, automotive, or mechanical hobby experience.

Work Environment

The role is situated in a low-volume, high-mix manufacturing environment, requiring both office work and hands-on presence on the production floor. Collaboration with manufacturing personnel is a key aspect of the job, providing an opportunity to solve real-world manufacturing problems. The position demands a balance of computer-based design work and active engagement in the manufacturing process.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Tecumseh, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $82000.00 - $102000.00/yr.

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.

Competitive salary with annual review opportunities Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with company contribution/match Paid vacation and holidays Career growth opportunities within a growing manufacturing organization Hands-on engineering environment with direct impact on products and manufacturing processes Exposure to design engineering, machining, manufacturing, and customer-driven product development Small-company culture with direct access to leadership and decision-makers Stable, long-standing manufacturing company serving the plastics processing industry Opportunity to work on custom-engineered products rather than highly repetitive production work Collaborative team environment where engineers work closely with machinists, manufacturing personnel, and leadership

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Tecumseh,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 6, 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.

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