Mechanical Designer

Mechanical Designer

The Mechanical Designer creates and develops detailed 3D models in Solidworks with a primary focus on the design and development of chassis systems and components, including chassis cabs. This role collaborates closely with Electrical Designers and the shop floor to verify fit and function, ensuring that designs are accurately translated into high-quality physical builds.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop detailed 3D models of chassis systems and components, including chassis cabs, using Solidworks.
• Apply mechanical design principles, including GD&T, to ensure accurate dimensions, tolerances, and functional performance.
• Collaborate with Electrical Designers to coordinate mechanical and electrical interfaces and ensure seamless integration of systems.
• Work closely with shop floor personnel to verify fit, form, and function of designed components during build and assembly.
• Review and troubleshoot designs based on feedback from manufacturing and testing, making necessary design adjustments.
• Support the creation and maintenance of design documentation, including models, drawings, and related engineering data.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of chassis designs for heavy truck and emergency response applications.
• Participate in design reviews with other mechanical and electrical designers and functional leads to ensure design quality and consistency.
• Interact with mentors and functional leads to align workload, follow established design standards, and continuously improve design practices.
• When applicable, assist with or support the creation of bills of material (BOM) and interpretation of air and hydraulic schematics for integration into designs.

Essential Skills

• Expertise in Solidworks 3D modeling for mechanical design.
• Proficiency in sheet metal design and fabrication-oriented modeling.
• Working knowledge of GD&T.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience creating and managing bills of material (BOM).
• Experience working with air and hydraulic schematics in the context of mechanical design.
• Experience in heavy truck or transportation chassis design.
• CSWP (Certified Solidworks Professional)

Work Environment

This position is based in an engineering building dedicated to the design and development of custom fire apparatus, heavy truck chassis, custom vehicles, and truck bodies. You will work primarily at a cubicle performing design work in Solidworks, surrounded by a team of approximately 12 designers, including both mechanical and electrical specialists.

The standard schedule runs Monday through Thursday from 6:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with some periods of required overtime on Fridays, compensated at 1.5x the regular pay rate. The assignment offers one week of vacation every six months, along with six major holidays, and the contract is currently extended through the end of the year with potential continuation as part of a longer-term project phase.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Charlotte, MI.

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 Charlotte, MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 24, 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.