Design Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Design Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a Machine Design Engineer to join a dynamic team specializing in the design and manufacturing of industrial automated equipment. This role offers the opportunity to work on innovative projects and develop expertise in machine design.

Responsibilities

• Utilize Solidworks to create 3D models and renderings for automated equipment and processes.
• Design safe and cost-effective machine concepts, parts, and assemblies based on customer requirements.
• Detail parts, assemblies, and tolerances in drawings and release them to manufacturing.
• Research and order components for machine design, including pneumatic cylinders, valves, air prep systems, bearings, motors, drive systems, sensors, and other devices.
• Document bill of materials.
• Create fabrication drawings.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in Solidworks.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in machine design.
• Experience with industrial automation.
• Hands-on experience with tooling, machining, or fabrication.
• Experience designing automated equipment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Associates or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Design.
• Experience with Autodesk Inventor, Mechanical Engineering, Project Management, Design, AutoCAD, Automation, and CAD.
• Jig, Fixture, and Tooling design experience.

Work Environment

This role is primarily based in an office environment with occasional interactions on the shop floor. You will be part of a small, tight-knit team, working on new and exciting turnkey projects weekly. This environment offers the chance to sharpen your design skills and develop into a Subject Matter Expert.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lewis Center, OH.

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $48.00/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 Lewis Center,OH.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 9, 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.

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 ziprecruiter.com 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.