Mechanical Design Engineer

Mechanical Design Engineer

Join a dynamic team as a Mechanical Design Engineer with a leading Automation Solutions provider in the Greater Columbus Area. This role involves developing well-engineered mechanical designs for mechanisms used in automated assembly systems across various industries including life sciences, food & beverage, transportation, consumer products, and energy.

Responsibilities:

• Develop concepts and detailed mechanical designs for automated systems.
• Execute mechanical detail design projects for sectors such as life sciences and automotive.
• Collaborate with a team of 10 mechanical design engineers to achieve project goals.
• Utilize SolidWorks to create layout, assembly level, and detail drawings, bills of materials, and specifications.

Essential Skills:

• 2+ years of experience in mechanical design within industrial automation or machine design.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks for 3D design engineering.
• Experience with automation design, machine design, pneumatics, and servo drives.
• Understanding of robot integration, automated equipment, and control logic.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• A BS degree in Mechanical Engineering or an Engineering discipline is preferred.
• High-level experience can compensate for the absence of a 4-year degree.
• 2-6 years of automation experience, with a minimum of 2 years in automation mechanical design.

Work Environment:

The role is based in an office environment and is not remote. The company offers a large variety of projects, allowing for diverse work experiences and opportunities for growth within different industry sectors, ensuring stability even during industry downturns.

Job Type & Location:

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lewis Center, Ohio.

Pay and Benefits:

The pay range for this position is $38.46 - $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 Lewis Center, OH.

Application Deadline:

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 30, 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 acta Lentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.