Mechanical Designer

Mechanical Designer

We are seeking a mid-level CAD Conversion Engineer to support our engineering design team in transitioning legacy models into Siemens NX format. This role is critical to ensuring design continuity, data integrity, and compatibility across platforms for our maritime engineering projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Convert 3D models, assemblies, and 2D drawings from legacy CAD systems (e.g., CATIA V5) to Siemens NX using best practices and validated workflows.
• Validate geometry, features, and metadata post-conversion to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Collaborate with design engineers to resolve discrepancies and optimize models for downstream use in manufacturing and simulation.
• Maintain documentation of conversion processes, issues encountered, and resolutions.
• Support the integration of converted models into PLM systems such as Teamcenter.
• Participate in design reviews and provide technical input on CAD standards and interoperability.

Skills: Design, Unigraphic, catia, CAD conversions, NX, siemens nx, Computer-aided design

Top Skills Details: Design, Unigraphic, catia, CAD conversions, NX, siemens nx

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

• Proficiency in Siemens NX with 2–8 years of CAD modeling experience.
• Strong understanding of CAD data structures, feature-based modeling, and assembly management.
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams.

Preferred Experience:

• Familiarity with CATIA V5 and CAD data migration workflows.
• Background in maritime, shipbuilding, or heavy industrial design.
• Experience with PLM systems such as Teamcenter.
• Knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
• Exposure to scripting or automation tools for CAD (e.g., VB, Python).

Experience Level: Expert Level

Note: Payrates are negotiable based on experience.

Job Type & Location: This is a Contract position based out of Fort Worth, TX.

Pay and Benefits: The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $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 Fort Worth, TX.

Application Deadline: This position is anticipated to close on Apr 17, 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.