Mechanical Engineer

Actalent • Merrillville, IN • 3d ago

Mechanical Engineer - Industrial & Steel Mill Projects

Design it. Build it. See it come to life in active steel mills.

We're looking for a hands-on Mechanical Engineer who thrives in fast-paced industrial environments and enjoys seeing their designs move from concept to fabrication and installation. This role offers the opportunity to work on real-world industrial and steel mill projects, collaborate closely with project managers and field teams, and make a direct impact on complex facilities operating at full scale.

If you're strong in SolidWorks, enjoy practical mechanical design, and want exposure to active heavy-industrial environments, this is a role where your work truly matters.

What You'll Do

Design mechanical systems and equipment for industrial and steel mill facilities

Create 3D models, layouts, and fabrication-level drawings using SolidWorks

Support projects from concept through construction, including coordination and field support

Collaborate with project managers, engineers from other disciplines, and field personnel to deliver integrated solutions

Review equipment and system installations to ensure compliance with construction documents

Manage and support multiple concurrent projects within established schedules

Contribute to a wide range of industrial projects varying in scope, scale, and complexity

Prepare construction cost estimates, from high-level to detailed

Assist with feasibility studies, conceptual layouts, and equipment selection

Develop contract documents, technical specifications, and fabrication details

Review vendor and fabricator submittals for alignment with design intent

Perform site visits to active steel mills and industrial facilities

Execute all work in accordance with project Health & Safety plans

Represent the company with professionalism, integrity, and a strong safety mindset

What We're Looking For

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline

1-5+ years of mechanical engineering experience (industrial experience is a strong plus)

SolidWorks expertise is required

Experience with mechanical design, equipment layout, and fabrication drawings

Exposure to steel mills or heavy industrial facilities preferred

Familiarity with construction documents, shop drawings, and construction support

EIT preferred; pursuing a Professional Engineer (PE) license encouraged

Able to safely navigate active industrial and construction environments

Organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable working on multiple projects at once

Work Environment

Onsite, 5 days per week in the Merrillville office

Collaborative, open-layout workspace

Supportive team culture with strong project collaboration

This role is ideal for engineers who want hands-on industrial exposure, real project ownership, and the chance to grow within challenging and rewarding mechanical design work.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Merrillville, IN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $55.00/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 Merrillville,IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 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.

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