Mechanical Design Engineer

Actalent • Mattaponi, VA • 1d ago

Job Title: Mechanical Design Engineer

Job Description

The Design Engineer will generate detailed models, drawings, and a variety of technical documentation while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure product designs are in accordance with program requirements, industry standards, and customer specifications. A strong Design Engineer contributes to the development of mechanical, electromechanical, structures, and weapons systems by applying sound engineering principles, problem-solving skills, and knowledge of aerospace materials and processes.

Responsibilities

Design and develop, or assist with the design and development of mechanical, electromechanical, structures, and weapons systems in the form of new products, components, advanced proto@types, promotional products, or maintenance and improvements of mature designs.

Investigate pertinent design factors such as interchangeability, replaceability, maintenance, strength-weight efficiency, and contractual specification requirements and cost.

Apply design for manufacturing and assembly (DFMA) principles to product and component design solutions.

Create a product's technical data package (TDP) for all detail design, subassemblies, and final assemblies.

Essential Skills

Proficiency in Solidworks.

Experience in mechanical design, ideally in aircraft systems or high industrial steel environments.

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.

Minimum of 3 years of experience in relevant fields.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience with aircraft design.

Knowledge of sheet metal design.

Project management skills.

Work Environment

The mechanical engineering team consists of approximately 20 engineers. There is also a separate repair and fabrication shop with 145 personnel tied to the operation. The environment offers great exposure to full-cycle manufacturing and presents opportunities for growth and potential direct hire if performance meets expectations.

Interested? Questions? Book time with Recruiter Sophia Fontana using this link: https://talentassistant.actalentservices.com/assistant/bookings/OhUyEyl5

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Mattaponi, VA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $50.00/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 Mattaponi,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 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 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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