Mechanical Design Engineer

Actalent • Chesapeake, VA • 1d ago

Job Title: Mechanical Design Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Mechanical Design Engineer to join our team. The role involves designing applicable products using CAD systems, generating production drawings, and managing the mechanical portion of projects from start to finish. The successful candidate will engage in customer relations, execute technical calculations, and prepare technical documentation.

Responsibilities

Design products using CAD (2D and 3D) systems.

Generate production drawings for both in-house and subcontracted shops.

Manage the mechanical portion of projects from start to finish.

Maintain customer relations by obtaining necessary information through on-site measure-ups and product-related discussions.

Execute technical calculations to ensure the safety and integrity of custom mechanical components.

Prepare technical documentation and procedures, conduct product inspections, and perform dimensional checks.

Provide leadership and guidance to support the development of other engineering staff.

Collaborate with manufacturing personnel in the design of jigs and fixtures.

Support revenue targets by assisting application teams, product, and project managers.

Create communication documentation to convey design aspects to clients or manufacturing partners.

Create, control, and maintain release packages and design history files.

Participate in development projects and proto@type design.

Perform additional duties as identified by company leadership.

Essential Skills

Minimum of 5+ years of professional experience in Mechanical Engineering.

Advanced skills in performing technically challenging tasks without supervision.

Experience in designing custom technical components for special customer applications.

Proficiency in 2D and 3D CAD systems, AutoCAD, and drafting.

Strong skills in industrial and manufacturing engineering.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Degree in Mechanical Engineering with a minimum of 3 years of experience.

Proficiency in word processing and spreadsheets.

Work Environment

The position requires 100% onsite work. Expect to travel 15-20% of the time, with up to 30% travel in the first year to learn and visit customer sites. Travel may include visits to Austria for training. The company offers a stable environment with opportunities for growth, innovative products, and a unique industry experience. Benefits include 10 paid holidays, a progressive vacation policy, sick days, and a 401k with matching contributions. Work is conducted in a supportive environment with a focus on product lines from Austria and Canadian facilities.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Chesapeake, VA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $75000.00 - $100000.00/yr.

10 paid holidays in the calendar year. Vacation is 10 days (prorated in the first year), 15 days after 5 years, 20 days after 15 years. Up to 80 hrs can be rolled over into next year. Sick days, 6 per calendar year 401k, matching contributions 100% up to 4%

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Chesapeake,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 11, 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 due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.

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