Mechanical Design Engineer

Actalent • Schenectady, NY • 4h ago

Job Title: Design EngineerJob Description

The Design Engineer is responsible for researching and developing ideas and processes for new and existing products, as well as improving the performance and design of current products.

Responsibilities

Design, model, and analyze proto@types for new products.

Utilize computer-aided design (CAD) and SolidWorks to design concepts, with 99% SolidWorks experience needed.

Conduct research and create design proposals for projects.

Establish design briefs and create concepts, performance, and production criteria.

Identify and select materials needed for production.

Produce final detail design drawings and specifications.

Create parts lists and list costs involved in production.

Make proto@types of working models for demonstration.

Essential Skills

Proficiency in SolidWorks.

Experience in design, mechanical engineering, and mechanical design.

Strong drafting skills.

Expertise in new product development.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience.

Work Environment

This role offers a casual dress code and a team-oriented environment with 47 employees, including 31 floor employees and 3 in the engineering department. The work hours are Monday to Thursday, 8am - 5pm, and Friday, 7am - 4pm, with summer hours ending at 12pm on Fridays, concluding by Labor Day. The position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on performance, and includes all paid bank holidays, plus Good Friday and Black Friday.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Schenectady, NY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $55000.00 - $65000.00/yr.

401K Matching Dental Medical Life Paid Time Off Retirement Plan

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Schenectady,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 10, 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 process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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