Mechanical Design Engineer

Actalent • Mentor, OH • 2h ago

Job Title: Senior Mechanical Design EngineerJob Description

We are seeking a skilled Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead the development and launch of heavy-duty truck accessories and systems. This role focuses on the mechanical design, integration, and validation of complex accessory products - including hydraulic systems, structural components, and electrical integration - for use in commercial and vocational truck platforms. You will play a key role in delivering innovative, durable, and high-performance products tailored to customer applications and industry demands.

Responsibilities

Lead the mechanical design and integration of heavy truck accessory products such as hydraulic liftgates, tool storage systems, service bodies, utility cranes, winches, PTO-driven systems, and other chassis-mounted equipment.

Collaborate cross-functionally with electrical, controls, hydraulics, and manufacturing teams to develop fully integrated solutions.

Own product development from concept through production launch, including prototyping, CAD design, FEA, DFM, and validation testing.

Design robust mechanical structures and assemblies using steel, aluminum, and composite materials for heavy-duty environments.

Develop and optimize hydraulic systems, including pump/motor selection, circuit design, and performance tuning.

Ensure seamless electrical integration of powered accessories with truck OEM or aftermarket power and control systems.

Create and maintain detailed engineering documentation: drawings, BOMs, engineering change orders, and test reports.

Support validation testing, including environmental, fatigue, load, and field testing.

Engage with suppliers and customers to define requirements, resolve technical challenges, and ensure product compatibility.

Support continuous improvement in product performance, cost, and manufacturability.

Essential Skills

Mechanical design and hands-on approach.

Experience and success designing heavy-duty industrial products.

Knowledge (8+ years of experience) of design principles related to large multicomponent assemblies.

Engineering knowledge to evaluate test results to determine if design meets functional and performance specifications.

Experience solving design-related issues in manufacturing and/or production assembly.

Excellent communication skills and proven experience interacting with other groups.

Self-motivated, results-oriented, and capable of sustained and continuous effort.

Commitment to accuracy, detail, and well-thought-out designs.

Thorough and consistent documentation habits.

Ability to work effectively within a fast-paced product design team.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.

8+ years of engineering experience.

Proficient in CAD with a strong preference for Creo.

Background in Mechanical Engineering and New Product Development.

Experience designing heavy-duty truck mounting assemblies is a strong plus.

Experience doing 3D designs in Creo is a strong plus.

Work Environment

The position is based in a brand new facility with a fast work pace and a 'work hard, play hard' mentality. The company employs 800 people in total, and you will work on an Engineering Team of 5-8 engineers.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Mentor, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $48.08 - $57.69/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 Mentor,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 4, 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.

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