Mechanical Design Engineer

Actalent • Indianapolis, IN • 1h ago

Job Title: Mechanical Design EngineerJob Description

This position involves overseeing the complete product design process from inception to release for manufacturing. You will collaborate closely with customers to determine their needs and either create new products or adapt existing ones to meet those specifications. A significant portion of your time will be spent using CAD software to design components and assemblies for mobile equipment, while the remaining time will be dedicated to supporting production and shop projects. You will ensure the seamless transition of designs through manufacturing to the end customer, requiring excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

Create new options for existing products typically at the request of a customer during a rig sale.

Collaborate with a team (sales, production, engineering, vendors/customers) to design and develop new drilling equipment focused on operator safety, competitive advantages, and overall product/process improvement.

Work closely with electric and hydraulic controls engineers to ensure cohesive design integration.

Review and address engineering change requests from sales, service, and production departments.

Assist internal production and service departments with the implementation and service of new and existing designs.

Generate component drawings and BOMs for all rig designs to be procured from outside vendors.

Adhere to engineering processes and documentation standards.

Essential Skills

Bachelor's degree in an Engineering Discipline (preferably ME, MET).

5 - 10 years of experience in 3D design with CAD software (SolidEdge preferred, but others are acceptable).

5+ years of experience with BOMs.

Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally.

5+ years of experience in FEA work.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience in mobile equipment manufacturing is a plus.

5+ years of manufacturing design experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, and mobile equipment with moving parts is desirable.

Comfortability in a job shop, fabrication environment.

Work Environment

The organization is a 3rd generation family-owned business manufacturing the Versa-Drill brand of rigs and equipment. Located in Downtown Indianapolis, they offer a 1st shift opportunity from 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM ET, Monday through Friday, with potential for overtime. The company is committed to designing reliable equipment with the latest technologies, providing exciting new challenges and opportunities. The engineering team consists of six members who thrive in a fast-paced design and manufacturing process. Benefits include flexible vacation time, no premiums or copayments for medical benefits for employees, and a close-knit work environment.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $52.88 - $58.69/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 Indianapolis,IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 29, 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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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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