Design Engineer

Mechanical Design Engineer

The Mechanical Design Engineer collaborates closely with Project Managers, Application Engineers, and the Production Team to create detailed layouts and drawings of systems and equipment. This role involves preparing technical documentation that adheres to established specifications, industrial standards, and the scope of work. Responsibilities include:

• Create top-level system layouts utilizing Magnum and buyout equipment.
• Develop system and equipment installation drawings.
• Produce assembly drawings with bills of materials and related part drawings for fabrication.
• Prepare approval drawings for internal reviews and customer reviews.
• Serve as a resource for new product development and improvements to existing equipment.
• Assist with manufacturing instructions and Operations & Maintenance documentation.
• Continuously collaborate with the production team during the design and equipment assembly phases.
• Resolve design inquiries from manufacturing or project managers promptly and resourcefully.
• Complete other duties and responsibilities as assigned, including special projects.
• Adhere to company standards and regulations related to Health and Safety.

Essential Skills:

• Proficiency in Autodesk Inventor and Vault Pro.
• Experience in 3D design and mechanical design.
• Solid understanding of parts fabrication, equipment assembling, and familiarity with manufacturing processes.
• Critical-thinking skills to effectively resolve technical problems with plans and designs.
• General knowledge of engineering terminology, materials, and drafting standards.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on producing technically accurate plans.
• Strong interpersonal skills for collaboration with engineers and other teams.
• Effective time-management skills to meet deadlines.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• Pneumatic Conveying experience is ideal, but open to any type of machine design experience such as material handling systems and packaging systems.
• Engineering degree preferred but not required.
• Experience with AutoCAD, mechanical, machine design, new product development, and research & development.

Work Environment:

This position operates in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines. Occasionally, exposure to manufacturing areas is required, necessitating the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses with side shields, mandatory hearing protection, and safety footwear.

Job Type & Location:

This is a contract to hire position based out of Lenexa, Kansas.

Pay and Benefits:

The pay range for this position is $36.00 - $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 Lenexa, KS.

Application Deadline:

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 4, 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.