Job Title: Mechanical Project Engineer
Job Description
We are seeking a hands-on Mechanical Project Engineer to design, manage, and deliver custom mechanical equipment and systems tailored to customer needs. You will lead projects from concept through commissioning, combining CAD design, technical leadership, project management, and direct customer interaction. This role offers the opportunity to work on specialized vacuum impregnation systems and other custom equipment that help manufacturers eliminate waste and optimize production.
Responsibilities
Design custom mechanical equipment and systems using CAD tools such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or equivalent software.
Manage mechanical projects from initial customer specifications through design, fabrication, assembly, testing, and delivery.
Interface directly with customers to gather requirements, provide project updates, clarify technical details, and ensure overall satisfaction.
Develop and manage project timelines, budgets, and technical deliverables, ensuring projects stay on schedule and within scope.
Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including fabrication, controls, and field service to ensure seamless project execution.
Oversee equipment testing, troubleshooting, and commissioning, both on-site and remotely, to ensure systems perform to specification.
Create, maintain, and update documentation such as bills of materials (BOMs), drawings, manuals, schematics, and technical specifications.
Support continuous improvement initiatives by standardizing design and build processes and contributing to best practices.
Update and refine engineering documentation for existing systems and product lines.
Design vacuum impregnation systems, including large tanks and associated mechanical components.
Design piping layouts and schematics to support impregnation and related mechanical systems.
Design custom equipment with a strong emphasis on mechanical functionality, reliability, and manufacturability.
Communicate effectively with customers and internal stakeholders, contributing to project planning and coordination.
Contribute to projects with varying durations, ranging from approximately three months to multi-year engagements.
Essential Skills
At least 3 years of experience in OEM design, machine design, or equipment design.
Proficiency in mechanical design using SolidWorks or AutoCAD (including Inventor or equivalent CAD tools).
Ability to read, interpret, and generate engineering prints and detailed mechanical drawings.
Previous project management experience, including managing technical scope, schedules, and deliverables.
Hands-on experience working within a manufacturing environment or closely with manufacturing teams.
Strong mechanical engineering fundamentals and practical problem-solving skills.
Ability to communicate clearly and confidently with customers and internal teams, both verbally and in writing.
Comfort managing multiple projects and priorities in a fast-growing, dynamic environment.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience performing engineering calculations to solve complex systems, including structural loading, drive sizing, and conveyance systems.
Experience sizing water pumps, gear motors, and cylinders for mechanical systems.
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline.
Familiarity with standard fabrication methods and how they influence design decisions.
Experience with hydraulic and pneumatic systems and/or light industrial electrical systems.
Work Environment
You will work in a standard office environment that is directly attached to a manufacturing facility, providing close access to the shop floor and equipment. The team follows a hybrid schedule, typically allowing three days of remote work and two days on-site each week, supporting flexibility while maintaining strong collaboration.
You will join a laid-back, friendly group of approximately six other engineers who value teamwork, open communication, and shared problem-solving. The company focuses on custom equipment. The culture emphasizes trust and accountability, including the opportunity to enjoy some Fridays off when work and project commitments are met. You can expect to work with modern CAD tools, standard fabrication processes, and a mix of office-based design and documentation alongside occasional on-site testing and commissioning activities.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Aurora, OH.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $105000.00/yr.
401K, vision, dental, medical
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Aurora,OH.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 24, 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.
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