Design Engineer

Actalent • Arkansas City, KS • 3d ago

Position Overview

This role is responsible for end-to-end tooling design and project management, partnering closely with experienced leadership, manufacturing teams, and customers. The position involves creating innovative tooling solutions, managing project execution from concept through production, and supporting quality and compliance requirements within an aerospace manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

Own start-to-finish tooling design and project management, with mentorship and guidance from experienced leadership.

Review and interpret customer requirements and specifications to develop complete tooling solutions.

Create fully detailed 3D tooling designs and 2D drawings using CATIA V5

(on-the-job and external training opportunities available).

Develop, release, and maintain 3D and 2D data packages for manufacturing.

Collaborate with manufacturing and shop-floor teams to support new project releases and resolve fabrication or assembly issues.

Review and modify customer-provided designs to improve material utilization, manufacturability, performance, and cost efficiency.

Select materials and manage subcontractor and vendor relationships, including preparation of purchase requisitions.

Lead and participate in customer design review meetings, provide project updates, and manage ongoing technical correspondence.

Support the Quality team by assisting with AS9100D documentation requirements, audits, and compliance activities.

Required Skills

Tooling design and development

Mechanical design and engineering principles

Aerospace manufacturing environments

CATIA V5 (3D modeling and drafting)

Plastics and composite engineering

ERP systems

Manufacturing processes and workflows

Top Skills

Tooling Design

Mechanical Design

Aerospace Experience

CATIA V5

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor's degree in:

Mechanical Engineering Technology

Plastics Engineering Technology

Manufacturing Engineering Technology

Or a closely related engineering discipline

Strong aptitude and interest in 3D modeling and creative static and/or mechanical design solutions.

Excellent blueprint and print-reading skills with strong mechanical visualization.

Proven ability to collaborate effectively in a team-oriented environment.

Capable of identifying concerns, gaining stakeholder cooperation, and solving problems efficiently.

Demonstrates strong time management, productivity, work ethic, and reliable attendance.

Communicates clearly, professionally, and effectively with manufacturing personnel, leadership, and customers.

Versatile and proactive team member willing to contribute across disciplines and support overall company success.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Arkansas City, KS.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $75000.00 - $110000.00/yr.

competitive pay, health insurance, 401k company match, and paid time off

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Arkansas City,KS.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 17, 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.

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