Mechanical Design Engineer

  • Paris, Kentucky
  • Full Time

Description

This role is ideal for a mechanically inclined professional with strong SolidWorks proficiency and hands-on experience with rotary actuators and automation systems. You will be responsible for designing custom machinery and components that drive innovation in automated manufacturing environments.

Key Responsibilities

- Design and develop mechanical components and assemblies using SolidWorks, including 3D models and detailed 2D drawings.

- Apply strong mechanical aptitude to solve complex design challenges in automation and material handling systems.

- Integrate rotary actuators and other motion components into machine designs, ensuring performance and reliability.

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including electrical engineers, machinists, and project managers to deliver turnkey automation solutions.

- Conduct design reviews, make revisions, and prepare documentation for manufacturing, installation, and customer approval.

Skills

Solidworks, Mechanical design, Autocad, Design, Machine design, Mechanical, New product development, Project management, mechanical aptitude

Top Skills Details

Solidworks,Mechanical design,Autocad,Design,Machine design

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Must Have:

- Solidworks Experience

- Mechanical Aptitude

Nice to Have:

- Engineering Degree (If no degree, must have 5+ years of solidworks design experience)

- Experience working with Rotary Actuators

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $33.65 - $45.67/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 Paris,KY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 10, 2025.

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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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 due to a disability, please email ... for other accommodation options.

Job ID: 490973808
Originally Posted on: 8/27/2025

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