Mechanical Designer

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with engineering teams to develop mechanical designs from concept through production release.
• Create complex 3D CAD models, primarily using Creo, with occasional use of SolidWorks.
• Translate engineering requirements into manufacturable mechanical designs.
• Design and develop sheet metal components, injection molded plastic parts, and basic electronic packaging solutions.
• Own and execute the complete design of simple assemblies consisting of approximately 5–8 components.
• Develop part and assembly designs, including material selection, detailed drawings, and tolerance analysis.
• Conduct peer reviews of mechanical designs and support design revisions based on feedback.
• Support prototype development, including supplier identification, part sourcing, and validation activities.
• Build mechanical prototypes and test setups using basic shop and hand tools.
• Partner closely with engineers on higher-complexity designs and contribute to continuous improvement of design practices.
• Utilize PLM tools such as Windchill to manage design data and documentation where applicable.
• Support manufacturing-related activities for sheet metal, injection molding, machining, and 3D printing processes as needed.

Requirements

• Associate degree (2-year) in Mechanical Design, Engineering Technology, or a related field.
• Experience in mechanical design across the product lifecycle, from concept through production.
• Proficiency in Creo or SolidWorks, with a willingness to learn and primarily use Creo.
• Demonstrated experience with 3D modeling, including complex part and assembly design.
• Hands-on experience with sheet metal design and injection molded plastic part design.
• Experience performing tolerance analysis for parts and assemblies.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with engineers on complex mechanical designs.
• Basic hands-on mechanical capabilities and experience using shop and hand tools.
• Strong problem-solving skills and high attention to detail in all aspects of design work.

Qualifications

• Experience with Windchill or similar Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems.
• Experience with electronics packaging design and integration into mechanical assemblies.
• Experience working with vendors and suppliers for prototype and production parts.
• Experience leading small teams on defined design projects or subassemblies.
• Experience seeing products through to production, including support for manufacturing processes.
• Familiarity with manufacturing methods such as sheet metal fabrication, injection molding, machining, and 3D printing.
• Interest in smart building technologies and advanced lighting solutions.
• Strong communication skills for participating in peer reviews and cross-functional collaboration.

Benefits

• Medical, dental & vision coverage.
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital coverage.
• Life Insurance (voluntary life & AD&D for the employee and dependents).
• Short and long-term disability coverage.
• Health Spending Account (HSA).
• Transportation benefits.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave).

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $43.50/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 coverage.
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital coverage.
• Life Insurance (voluntary life & AD&D for the employee and dependents).
• Short and long-term disability coverage.
• Health Spending Account (HSA).
• Transportation benefits.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave).

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.