Designer

Job Title: Mechanical Designer

Job Description

As a Mechanical Designer, you will be responsible for the layout and design of mechanical parts and systems using 3D Computer-Aided Design (CAD). You will need to understand how designs are applied, interact with other assemblies, and how they will be manufactured. Additionally, you will use engineering calculations, Finite Element Analysis (FEA), and other software tools to prepare and compile necessary calculations to support product designs. You will generate engineering release documentation and verify its accuracy against applicable rules and standards. Your role will also involve determining the feasibility of modifying existing or designing new equipment, considering cost, time limitations, and other technical and economic factors. Furthermore, you will analyze product or equipment specifications and performance requirements to determine possible design improvements.

Responsibilities

• Design mechanical parts and systems in 3D CAD.
• Use engineering calculations, FEA, and software tools for design support.
• Generate and verify engineering release documentation.
• Determine feasibility of equipment modifications or new designs.
• Analyze specifications and performance requirements for design improvements.
• Collaborate closely with mechanical, electrical, and fluid power teams for solid modeling and engineering.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in fluid mechanics, casting, weldment, and hydraulics design.
• Experience with Autodesk Inventor and Solidworks.
• Strong mechanical design skills and experience in drafting and modeling.
• Minimum of 3 years in mechanical design within automotive, powersports, industrial equipment, or machine/automated equipment industries.
• 2-year AAS degree.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Hobbies in fluid power, mechanics, industrial equipment, automotive, or agricultural equipment.
• Experience with large assemblies, weldment, machine, and routing design is preferred.
• Willingness to learn and good communication skills.
• Action-oriented mindset.
• Application-level experience is prioritized over CAD package experience.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of HAMEL, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $32.00/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 HAMEL,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 27, 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. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.