Mechanical Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Mechanical Design Engineer – Marine Products

Location: Edgewater, FL (or similar coastal manufacturing location)

Department: Engineering

Employment Type: Full-Time

We are seeking a highly motivated Mechanical Design Engineer to join our growing marine engineering team. In this role, you will be responsible for the design, development, and continuous improvement of high-performance recreational boats. You will work cross-functionally with manufacturing, supply chain, and quality teams to deliver innovative, reliable, and manufacturable products.

This position requires strong expertise in 3D CAD design, particularly Siemens NX , and a passion for hands-on product development in a fast-paced environment.

• Design and develop mechanical systems and structural components for marine vessels using Siemens NX
• Create 3D models, assemblies, and detailed engineering drawings to support production
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including manufacturing, tooling, and vendors to optimize designs for manufacturability and cost
• Conduct engineering analysis, including tolerance stack-ups, structural considerations, and material selection
• Support prototype builds, testing, and validation efforts
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product performance, durability, and quality
• Manage engineering changes, documentation, and revision control
• Ensure compliance with applicable marine standards and safety regulations

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
• 2–5+ years of experience in mechanical design (marine, automotive, aerospace, or similar industries preferred)
• Proficiency in Siemens NX (NX CAD) for solid modeling and drafting
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems, materials, and manufacturing processes (composites experience is a plus)
• Experience working with product lifecycle management (PLM) systems
• Ability to interpret and create detailed engineering drawings and GD&T
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities

• Experience in boat design, marine systems, or recreational vehicles
• Familiarity with composites, fiberglass construction, or marine structural design
• Knowledge of FEA or simulation tools
• Hands-on experience with prototype builds or testing
• Understanding of electrical/mechanical integration in marine environments

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Edgewater, FL.

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $55.00/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 Edgewater,FL.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 30, 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.

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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 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.