Design Engineer

Design Engineer The Design Engineer will apply engineering principles and technical knowledge to support the design, development, testing, and improvement of mechanical systems and components. This role involves working with CAD tools, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and contributing to product performance, reliability, and manufacturability. Responsibilities Apply engineering principles to analyze data and develop CAD models to support and optimize design solutions. Design, document, build, and test mechanical solutions using CAD tools for assigned products or applications. Use SolidWorks, PDMWorks, ECN tools, and related design systems to create and revise parts, assemblies, and prototypes. Collaborate with cross-functional team members to meet project goals, timelines, and performance metrics. Test and evaluate design changes to improve machine performance, reliability, and serviceability. Support engineering projects by building strong working relationships and gaining knowledge across engineering functions. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Agricultural, or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent education and experience. Ability to identify and troubleshoot root causes of manufactured or purchased component failures. Working knowledge of engineering fundamentals such as strength of materials, durability, serviceability, statistics, and basic systems (mechanical, hydraulic, or electrical). Ability to create robust, repeatable designs and identify design risks and improvements early in the development process. Hands-on ability to operate basic shop and assembly tools, including hand tools, drill press, lathe, band saw, and power tools. Strong time-management skills with the ability to support multiple priorities and respond effectively to production or project issues. Understanding of material selection, fatigue strength, and manufacturability to support sound engineering decisions. Ability to support testing activities, including developing test plans, assisting during execution, and reviewing test results. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Piedmont, SC. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $75000.00 - $85000.00/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 Piedmont,SC.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 14, 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. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.