Design Engineer

Description A well‑rounded Design Engineer II who owns ground‑up, multi‑product development from concept through production. Depth in testing alone or incremental redesigns is insufficient. Priority is placed on breadth of product exposure, early‑stage design ownership, cost awareness, and independent execution in a cross‑functional environment 3D CAD proficiency with SolidWorks Ownership across the full product lifecycle, from concept through production Mechanical design for electromechanical products Plastic injection molded part design Aluminum casting design Sheet metal product design Prototyping, modeling, simulation, and testing Engineering documentation including drawings, specifications, BOMs, and quality requirements Product validation, pre production builds, and transfer to production Competitive patent analysis Understanding of codes, standards, and regulatory testing Materials, components, and technology research Eco design principles and environmental impact reduction Skills Design, PDM Experience, DFMEA, Tolerance stack up analysis, Vendor and tool shop collaboration, contract manufacturing engagement, eco design and sustainability principles, Materials research, competitive benchmarking, simulation experience, offshore team collaboration Top Skills Details Design Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience working with offshore engineering teams Experience with satellite facilities or contract manufacturers Exposure to advanced manufacturing teams, tool shops, and vendor relationships Experience improving eco design for existing product lines Competitive product benchmarking Exposure to electromechanical systems beyond mechanical design Experience with intellectual property protection and patent submissions Logical and scientific problem solving Ability to summarize research and recommend solution paths High attention to detail and strong teamwork Ability to work with customers, suppliers, and regulatory agencies Ability to evaluate vendor and offshore engineering deliverables Project management capability in cross functional environments Experience Level Intermediate Level Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of West Hartford, CT. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $105000.00/yr.

Health and Wellness:

medical, dental, vision, life and disability, FSA options, plus annual notices for

HIPAA, COBRA, Medicare Part D, WHCRA, and CHIP Parental and Family:

maternity leave up to 8 weeks full pay, parental leave 6 weeks full pay, family medical leave, child care options reported by employees

Retirement and Financial:

401(k), matching contributions reported by employees, performance bonus potential

Time Off:

paid holidays, vacation, and sick time.pdf)

Learning and Perks:

tuition reimbursement and training programs, casual dress, free meals and shuttle at select sites, employee reported Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in West Hartford,CT. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Apr 7, 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.