Mechanical Engineer 2

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Mechanical Engineer 2 Job Description We are seeking a mid-level Mechanical Design Engineer with strong analytic and design skills to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be passionate about building and prototyping, and comfortable with fast-paced technical projects. This role requires defining your own requirements, solving complex problems, and communicating effectively within a team environment. Responsibilities Design composite structures, 3D printed, and injection molded plastic parts. Collaborate with Finite Element Analysis partners to optimize structural designs. Manage design projects to meet cost, schedule, and performance targets. Handle large assembly models in CAD and implement best practice top-down modeling. Create interface control documents and generate product and sub-system requirements. Fabricate and test prototypes, interfacing with vendors for manufacturing designs. Produce fully and minimally dimensioned drawings as needed and maintain BOMs. Prepare design presentations and summaries to document work. Demonstrate initiative and complete tasks while considering the perspectives of others. Essential Skills Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering; advanced degrees and professional licensing are a plus. 4+ years of experience in a related mechanical engineering role. 1+ years of experience in composite structure design. Proficiency in Solidworks with a minimum of 2 years of experience. Experience with Finite Element Analysis using Solidworks Simulation or similar software. Familiarity with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience with composite part design and bonded composite/metallic structures. Familiarity with manufacturing techniques such as composites molding, machining, and 3D printing. Hands-on experience in building and prototyping designs. Experience with aircraft or unmanned aircraft is a strong plus. Project management or leadership experience. Familiarity with hand tools for light prototyping. Experience with Matlab, Octave, or Labview for analysis. Work Environment Our organization is a small design firm specializing in unmanned aerial vehicle design. We provide engineering services, subject matter expertise, and strategic guidance to clients in the UAS space. The work environment is fast-paced yet autonomous, with mentorship provided for project guidance. The ideal candidate will thrive in an innovative atmosphere where they can contribute to crafting exceptional products. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Portland, OR. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $38.00 - $58.00/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 remote position.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 14, 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.