Mechanical Designer

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Mechanical Designer Job Description This role is hands-on and manufacturing-focused, supporting the design and development of automated equipment primarily for automotive body-in-white applications. The engineer will work closely with the shop floor, project engineers, and cross-functional teams to design automation equipment using SolidWorks, create and manage BOMs within ERP systems, and support builds through concept, detailing, and execution. This position is fully on-site and best suited for a practical, decision-making engineer with real-world automation experience. Responsibilities Design automation equipment using SolidWorks. Create and manage Bills of Materials (BOMs) within ERP systems. Collaborate with the shop floor, project engineers, and cross-functional teams. Support builds through concept, detailing, and execution. Utilize mechanical design skills in the automotive body-in-white sector. Engage in welding, weld equipment, and fixture design processes. Essential Skills 10+ years of experience with SolidWorks. 10+ years of experience designing automation equipment. Experience in BIW automation. Proficiency in BOM creation and management. ERP data entry skills. Additional Skills & Qualifications Welding/welding automation experience. Fixture design experience. Experience working with companies like JR, Kuka, Comau, HTI, Invio, Nagel, Gudel, and Creative. Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) is a nice-to-have but not required. Work Environment This position is on-site in Livonia, working within an engineering team of approximately 10 individuals, part of a 45-person organization. The work environment offers minimal to no travel, long-term opportunity potential, and a stable, consistent workload. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Livonia, MI. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $38.00 - $43.00/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 Apr 29, 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.