Actalent is hiring : Machine Designer in Livonia

Job Title : Mechanical Designer

Job Description

As a Mechanical Designer, you will play a critical role in the design and development of industrial manufacturing equipment. You will participate in design schedule development, attend review meetings, and collaborate with project team members to ensure design consistency that aligns with project goals.

Responsibilities

Analyze engineering sketches, specifications, and related data to determine design factors for industrial manufacturing equipment, processes, and products.

Develop and apply sound construction concepts to achieve cost-effective manufacturability, field interchangeability, tolerance management, maintainability, and functionality.

Recognize and develop prototypes of high-risk mechanisms, produce assembly and detail drawings, update and revise drawings as needed, and review vendor capabilities.

Generate adjustment procedures and spare parts lists, provide technical support during the build phase, and maintain proficiency with industry standards and software.

Stay informed of new products and mechanical design techniques, and assist with the standardization of components and mechanisms.

Essential Skills

10+ years of Mechanical Design / Engineering experience in the field of Automation.

5+ years of designing equipment using Solidworks.

Experience in automation, machinery design, and mechanical design.

Proficiency in Solidworks, AutoCAD 2D, and Microsoft Office.

Project leadership experience.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience interfacing with customers.

Experience with leak-test machines and EOL testing.

Technical project engineering capabilities or the potential for growth into that skill set.

Work Environment

Join a family-oriented workplace that values work-life balance. The team consists of six mechanical designers and six controls engineers, with experience ranging from 3 to over 30 years. You will report directly to the Chief Mechanical Engineer, taking day-to-day direction from the Project Lead or working independently. The environment involves being a supplier of End of Line Test and In Process Test Machines, specializing in powertrain component tests. The facility provides opportunities for a candidate to assume 'Cradle to Grave' project responsibilities, including lead design activities with cross-disciplinary interface.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Livonia, Michigan.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $50.00 / 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 Livonia,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 6, 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.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.