Mechanical Design Engineer

About the Role

Actalent is seeking Mechanical Design Engineers to support a transition from research and development into repeatable production. These individuals will convert engineering designs, incomplete drawings, and 3D models into detailed, controlled manufacturing documentation. The role will also support the design of manufacturing tools, jigs, and fixtures. Ideal candidates are strong in CAD, technically capable, comfortable working independently, and motivated by a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Convert R&D designs, incomplete drawings, and 3D models into detailed manufacturing drawings.
• Create and update individual-part, subassembly, and assembly drawings.
• Define critical dimensions, nomenclature, fits, finishes, tolerances, and GD&T requirements.
• Ensure drawings contain the information manufacturing needs to build parts consistently and repeatably.
• Translate manufacturing requests and preliminary concepts into functional tooling, jigs, and fixtures.
• Create controlled drawings for manufacturing aids and release them through the company's PLM process.
• Maintain revision control, part numbering, and design documentation within Siemens Teamcenter.
• Incorporate engineering changes, manufacturing feedback, and drawing redlines into released documentation.
• Work closely with the lead design engineer, manufacturing personnel, technicians, and other engineering stakeholders.
• Review existing designs for drawing completeness and manufacturing readiness.
• Learn company systems, part-numbering conventions, and documentation standards quickly.
• Manage multiple priorities and begin contributing shortly after orientation.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Hands-on experience using Siemens NX for mechanical design and producing detailed manufacturing drawings from 3D models, engineering concepts, or incomplete documentation.
• Strong understanding of dimensional tolerancing and GD&T.
• Ability to define dimensions, fits, finishes, nomenclature, and other manufacturing requirements.
• Experience working with physical hardware components, mechanical parts, subassemblies, or complete assemblies.
• Ability to work independently and complete assignments without constant oversight.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to drawing accuracy.
• Ability to learn unfamiliar technical subjects and company processes quickly.
• Comfortable working in a fast-moving product-development and manufacturing environment.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Ability to satisfy the company's ITAR-related employment requirements (US persons).

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience using Siemens Teamcenter or a similar PLM/PDM system.
• Understanding of revision control, controlled design release, and part-numbering processes.
• Experience designing manufacturing tools, fixtures, jigs, or assembly aids.
• Experience supporting the transition of hardware from prototype development into repeatable production.
• Experience in aerospace, defense, precision manufacturing, automotive, robotics, or another hardware-focused environment.
• Experience working directly with machinists, technicians, manufacturing engineers, or production teams.
• Associates or bachelors degree in mechanical engineering, mechanical design, drafting, engineering technology, or a related discipline.
• Internship, co-op, project, or professional experience demonstrating substantial CAD and manufacturing-documentation capability.

Work Environment

The work environment is a standard 8-5 schedule within a fast-paced engineering and manufacturing setting. The focus is primarily on mechanical hardware and physical subassemblies. Local and onsite work is preferred. A brief initial orientation will cover internal systems, part numbering, and team processes. Employees are expected to begin contributing to drawing cleanup and design assignments shortly after onboarding.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Austin, TX.

This is a fully onsite position in Austin, TX.

Pay & Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $48.00/hr.

If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include: Medical, dental & vision, Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Life Insurance, Health Spending Account (HSA), Transportation benefits, Employee Assistance Program, Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave).