Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Engineer

Our client specializes in the design, manufacturing, deployment, and support of an advanced unmanned aerial system built for military and defense applications. The project is currently in an accelerated phase with key milestones approaching. As a mechanical engineer, you will collaborate closely with another mechanical engineer to design and develop components for this system. This is a hands-on role requiring creativity, precision, and strong supplier coordination.

Responsibilities:

• Design and model parts using SolidWorks.
• Work directly with suppliers for fabrication, carbon fiber components, tooling, and molds.
• Create and approve engineering drawings, implement design changes, and manage change orders.
• Oversee supplier progress, review first articles, reconcile discrepancies, and release parts to production.
• Ensure timely execution of design and integration to meet project deadlines.

Essential Skills:

• 3+ years of SolidWorks experience.
• Experience in aviation, specifically with carbon fiber.
• Engineering degree.
• U.S. citizenship.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• UAV flying experience.

Work Environment:

Work alongside one other mechanical engineer, 2-3 electrical technicians, and another electrical engineer who is also being hired. The position is on-site in Howell with hours from 8-5, which can be flexible. Occasionally, work on weekends may be required if approaching a deadline, but this is not typical. Travel may be necessary towards the end of the year if required.

Job Type & Location:

This is a contract to hire position based out of Howell, MI. Pay and Benefits:

The pay range for this position is $36.06 - $48.08/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 Howell, MI. Application Deadline:

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 20, 2026.

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.