Mechanical Designer

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Mechanical Designer
Job Description

The Mechanical Designer will serve as a CAD specialist supporting application engineering and product implementation efforts. In this role, you will develop precise 2D and 3D drawings, installation schematics, and customer-specific designs that integrate mechanical products into a wide range of equipment and environments. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, maintain high technical standards, and manage multiple design projects in a fast-paced manufacturing or engineering setting.

Responsibilities

• Create accurate 2D drawings, 3D models, and installation layouts using CAD tools such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Inventor, and Revit.
• Design custom mounting and integration solutions tailored to specific customer applications and equipment.
• Develop detailed fabrication and assembly drawings, bills of materials (BOMs), and supporting technical documentation.
• Produce technical drawings, installation layouts, assembly drawings, and fabrication documentation that meet engineering and manufacturing standards.
• Collaborate with engineering, sales, customers, and operations teams to gather design requirements and ensure alignment with project objectives.
• Review specifications and ensure all designs comply with mechanical, GD&T, and manufacturability standards.
• Maintain drawing revisions, manage revision control, and support engineering changes and new product introductions.
• Assist with troubleshooting installation and manufacturability issues, providing design updates and recommendations as needed.
• Interpret engineering specifications and manage multiple design projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
• Support documentation related to sheet metal components, mechanical systems, and new product development initiatives.

• At least 3 years of CAD design and drafting experience in manufacturing or engineering environments.
• Proficiency with CAD software, including SolidWorks and AutoCAD, with experience in 3D modeling and mechanical design.
• Strong knowledge of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) and mechanical systems.
• Proven ability to create technical drawings, installation layouts, assembly drawings, and fabrication documentation.
• Ability to interpret engineering specifications and standards and translate them into clear, manufacturable designs.
• Experience developing fabrication and assembly drawings, bills of materials (BOMs), and technical documentation.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects concurrently in a fast-paced environment.
• Relevant experience in mechanical engineering, drafting, or mechanical design, including work with sheet metal components.

• Bachelor’s degree in Drafting, Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Experience with electrical schematics and proficiency in interpreting and incorporating them into mechanical designs.
• Background in industrial, heavy equipment, or OEM environments.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and revision control processes.
• Experience with Revit or other advanced CAD tools for 3D modeling and design.
• Exposure to new product development processes and cross-functional engineering collaboration.
• Ability to document and support engineering changes and new product introductions.

This role operates in a professional engineering and manufacturing-focused environment where you will work primarily with CAD and documentation tools such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Inventor, Revit, and ERP systems. You will collaborate closely with engineering, sales, operations, and customers, requiring clear communication and teamwork. The pace is dynamic and project-driven, with multiple concurrent design efforts and ongoing new product development. Work is typically performed in an office or design lab setting with regular interaction with production and operations teams to ensure designs are practical and manufacturable. Standard business hours are expected, with flexibility to support project timelines as needed, and attire is generally professional and appropriate for an engineering office and occasional shop-floor collaboration.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Jacksonville, FL.

The pay range for this position is $31.25 - $33.65/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 Jacksonville,FL.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 15, 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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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.