Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical EngineerDesign Complex Equipment. Own Meaningful Projects. Make an Impact. Are you a Mechanical Engineer who wants more than just drawing parts and reviewing designs? This is an opportunity to take ownership of highly engineered equipment from concept through production while working alongside experienced engineering and manufacturing professionals. As a Mechanical Engineer, you'll play a key role in designing custom pressure vessels and engineered systems, collaborating with customers, production teams, suppliers, and industry experts to deliver innovative solutions. You'll have direct influence on product design, manufacturing success, and customer satisfaction while continuing to grow your technical expertise and project leadership skills. What You'll Do + Design and engineer pressure vessels and related equipment using Codeware Compress and SolidWorks. + Develop detailed engineering drawings, calculations, technical documentation, and certification packages. + Lead projects through the entire product lifecycle, from initial design and analysis to manufacturing and final delivery. + Partner closely with manufacturing, quality, and operations teams to ensure designs are practical, efficient, and production-ready. + Perform mechanical inspections and provide technical support to ensure compliance with applicable industry codes and standards. + Collaborate directly with customers, vendors, engineering consultants, and internal stakeholders to solve complex engineering challenges. + Identify opportunities for process improvements, product enhancements, and operational efficiencies. + Support a culture of quality, innovation, and continuous improvement. What We're Looking For + Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering. + 3+ years of mechanical design experience in a manufacturing or engineered products environment. + Proficiency with SolidWorks and Codeware Compress. + Working knowledge of pressure vessel design, fabrication, and manufacturing processes. + Experience with ERP/MRP systems and engineering documentation workflows. + Strong problem-solving, project coordination, and communication skills. + Ability to work cross-functionally with internal teams and external customers. Preferred Qualifications + EIT certification or progress toward professional licensure. + Experience working with ASME, API, or ISO standards. + Background in pressure vessels, process equipment, industrial products, or custom-engineered systems. + Manufacturing or heavy industrial experience. Why Engineers Choose This Opportunity + Own projects from design through manufacturing, seeing your work become a finished product. + Tackle technically challenging designs that require creativity, analysis, and problem-solving. + Gain exposure to customers, suppliers, and engineering partners while building project leadership experience. + Work in a collaborative environment where engineering has a direct impact on business success. + Join a stable and growing organization that values innovation, quality, and continuous professional development. + Build expertise in pressure vessel design, code compliance, and advanced manufacturing processes. After applying, please reach out to View phone number on click.appcast.io Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Tulsa, OK. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $53.00/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) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Tulsa,OK. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 4, 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 click.appcast.io 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. 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