Mechanical Designer

Description Our client specializes in engineering and manufacturing of high-performance thermal components and cooling loop solutions — purpose-built for direct integration into AI, HPC, and mission-critical systems As a Mechanical Designer/Drafter on our team, you will document and support the assembly, commissioning, and scale up of our novel manufacturing equipment. In this role, you’ll work closely with engineering and production to document and model complex electromechanical systems, design components and subassemblies, and help improve machine performance, system reliability, and ease of assembly as we scale. Who You Are You are an experienced professional and take pride in the quality of your drawings and 3D models. You are a detail-oriented, collaborative problem solver who can effectively communicate between design engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain. You will play a critical role in scaling the equipment for the Stack Forging process. This position requires a commitment of 4 days onsite per week. Responsibilities Responsibilities are subject to change based on changing business needs.Design & Engineering support ○ Create and maintain CAD Parts, Assemblies, and Drawings using Solidworks while following company procedures on documentation and configuration management. ○ Maintain & update documentation of assembly processes, procedures, and machine/process issues as necessary. ○ Prepare bills of materials (BOMs) for mechanical assemblies and subsystems. Process & Documentation ○ Create detailed part and assembly drawings utilizing GD&T in accordance with ASME Y14.5 standards and internal company guidelines. ○ Assist with CAD library management (hardware, standard parts, configurations). ○ Record data using internal tracking tools. ○ Support migration and restructuring of legacy drawings and CAD data. Collaboration ○ Work closely with Mechanical Engineers to understand design requirements, constraints, and participate in design reviews relating to the design, manufacturing, and assembly of complex mechanical systems. ○ Provide feedback to aid in continuous improvement efforts. ○ Collaborate with machine design and process engineers to document and support changes to machines, correct Bills of Material, and assembly challenges. Skills & Qualifications Associates degree or technical certification in Mechanical Drafting, CAD Technology, or related discipline. 3+ years of experience using SolidWorks for 3D modeling and drawing creation.Strong understanding of GD&T per ASME Y14.5.Experience working with PDM (Product Data Management) systems.Experience updating existing drawings and documentation to within change management systems (i.e. Engineering Change Orders/ECOs, etc.). History of completing tasks efficiently, effectively, and with good attention to detail. Preferred Skills Experience with vacuum, laser, hydraulic, machine tools, or robotics.Experience and knowledge of any of the following: metrology, inspection, spreadsheet software. Experience working with sheet metal, CNC machined parts, pneumatic systems, and prototyping in a manufacturing environment. High attention to detail and good organizational skills.A strong sense of workmanship and ownership over systems to which you have been assigned. Familiarity with electrical wiring diagrams and basic electrical schematics. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Burlington, MA. Pay And Benefits The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $50.00/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 Burlington,MA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Aug 21, 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.