Mechanical Designer/drafter

Actalent • Elk Grove Village, IL • 1h ago

Mechanical Engineer

Join a dynamic and innovative small company as a Mechanical Engineer, where you will contribute significantly to product development. You will collaborate closely with a tight-knit engineering team, working on-site five days a week, and wearing multiple hats to support various aspects of product design and integration.

Responsibilities

Review and analyze engineering drawings and Bills of Materials (BOM).

Convert 2D drawings into 3D models and CAD files into CAM for manufacturing.

Integrate products into other ownership company groups, ensuring seamless collaboration.

Drive product development, including product obsolescence, customization, and upgrades.

Update and maintain engineering drawings as needed.

Work closely with our sister company in Italy, with daily interaction and collaboration.

Modify and improve old designs, ensuring they meet current standards and requirements.

Participate in cross-functional team efforts to drive product innovations and improvements.

Work on machine design and other related engineering tasks.

Contribute to a small but growing engineering department, where a self-starter attitude is essential.

Essential Skills

5-8 years of mechanical engineering experience, preferably with a focus on product design and integration.

Proficiency with Inventor, though other CAD/CAM experience is also considered.

Strong experience in mechanical and machine design.

Experience with product obsolescence and modifications of existing designs.

Ability to work independently and as part of a small team.

Comfortable interacting with international teams, including a sister company based in Italy.

Ability to manage multiple tasks and responsibilities simultaneously.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Elk Grove Village, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $36.00 - $46.00/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 Elk Grove Village,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 23, 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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