Senior Mechanical Engineer

Lead Mechanical Engineer

We are seeking a Lead Mechanical Engineer to support internal equipment that will be installed and commissioned at various sites. The ideal candidate should have over three years of experience in mechanical engineering, particularly in custom automated equipment design. You will work with SolidWorks Design and PDM, focusing on project milestones and scopes of work.

Responsibilities

• Support internal equipment installations and commissioning at various locations.
• Design and develop custom automated equipment using SolidWorks.
• Collaborate with a team of engineers to ensure project milestones are met.
• Manage projects effectively, ensuring all designs meet specified requirements.

Essential Skills

• 3+ years of experience in Mechanical Engineering specific to custom automated equipment.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks Design and PDM.
• Experience in machine design and automated equipment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 7-10 years of experience in Mechanical Engineering.
• 7-10 years of experience in designing using SolidWorks.
• Experience in new product development.

Work Environment

The Brooklyn Park site specializes in building custom equipment for manufacturing sites. The team consists of approximately 18 Mechanical Engineers, alongside Electrical Design/Drafting and Controls Engineering professionals. The work environment fosters collaboration and innovation in engineering solutions.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Minneapolis, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $65.00/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 Minneapolis, MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 30, 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.