Design Engineer

St. Louis Area | 5-Month Contract (Potential Extension) | Innovative Industrial Equipment Manufacturer Looking for a Design Engineering Role Where Your Work Actually Gets Built? We're partnering with a highly respected St. Louis-area manufacturer that designs and builds custom-engineered industrial equipment used by customers across a wide range of industries, including manufacturing, automation, energy, and process applications. This is a great opportunity for a Design Engineer who enjoys creating real-world solutions, working directly with engineering teams, and seeing projects move from concept to production. The initial assignment is expected to last 5 months, with a high potential for extension based on project demands and performance. What You'll Be Doing Create and modify detailed mechanical and electrical designs for custom-engineered productsGenerate 3D models, drawings, and engineering documentationSupport customer-specific design requirements and engineering changesWork closely with Manufacturing, Project Management, and Engineering teamsAssist with design reviews and problem-solving initiativesEnsure designs meet customer specifications, industry standards, and manufacturing requirementsSupport engineering change requests and documentation updates Why This Opportunity Stands Out ✅ Work on custom products—not the same design every day ✅ Join a well-established manufacturer known for engineering excellence and innovation ✅ Gain exposure to highly customized projects and customer-driven solutions ✅ Collaborative engineering environment with experienced technical professionals ✅ Opportunity to make an immediate impact on active customer programs ✅ Potential for contract extension based on business needs Qualifications Required Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Drafting, or related technical fieldExperience with CAD software such as SolidWorks, Inventor, AutoCAD, or similar platformsAbility to interpret engineering drawings and specificationsStrong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities Preferred Mechanical design experienceExperience supporting custom-engineered productsManufacturing or industrial equipment design experienceExperience with engineering change management and documentation Who Should Apply? If you're an Engineer or Designer who enjoys solving real-world problems, working on custom projects, and seeing your designs turn into finished products used by customers around the world, this is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience with a highly respected manufacturing organization. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Maryland Heights, MO. Pay And Benefits The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $45.00/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) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Maryland Heights,MO. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Aug 7, 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 actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.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.