Mechanical Designer

Mechanical Designer

Join a dynamic team where you will be primarily responsible for designing powertrain and engine components, test equipment, leak test machines, and industrial washers. You will work on various projects simultaneously and need to effectively communicate with group leaders and industrial workers on the shop floor.

Responsibilities:

• Design powertrain and engine components, test equipment, and industrial washers.
• Work on multiple projects concurrently.
• Communicate effectively with group leaders and shop floor workers.
• Address issues on the shop floor 10% of the time, with the remaining 90% of time spent at the design station.
• Travel to customer facilities for approval and active field checking as needed.

Essential Skills:

• Proficient in SolidWorks design.
• Minimum one year of experience in automation design, preferably in powertrain automation equipment.
• Strong communication skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience in automation design such as conveyors and powertrain assembly.
• Familiarity with industrial washers.
• Previous experience in a small company environment is a plus.

Work Environment:

This position is based in a small office in Livonia, with fewer than 10 employees on-site. You will work primarily from a desk in a small business setting, fostering a family-like team environment. Expect to work 40-50 hours weekly, with occasional Saturdays. This role offers a supportive environment with opportunities for career development.

Job Type & Location:

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Livonia, MI.

Pay and Benefits:

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $40.00/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 Livonia, MI.

Application Deadline:

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 27, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we've helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.