Sr Mechanical Design Engineer

Job Description

An exciting opportunity exists for a sr Mechanical Design Engineer to join a leading Automation Solutions provider in the Greater Columbus Area. This role involves developing well-engineered mechanical designs for mechanisms used in automated assembly systems across various industries, including life sciences, food & beverage, transportation, consumer products, and energy.

Responsibilities

Execute mechanical detail design projects for automated systems within life sciences and automotive sectors.Collaborate with a team of 10 other mechanical design engineers.Utilize SolidWorks for design projects to produce layout, assembly-level and detail drawings, bills of materials, and specifications.Work with project team members to meet or exceed customer expectations regarding function, quality, and schedule.

Essential Skills

8+ years of mechanical design experience within industrial automation or machine design.SolidWorks design experience.Experience with robot integration, understanding of pneumatics and servo drives.Experience with automated equipment, automation systems, automated machinery, conveyor systems, 3D design, mechanical engineering design, servo drives, and control logic.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or an Engineering discipline, or equivalent high-level experience.8+ years of automation experience, with at least 2 years in Automation Mechanical Design.Experience with 3D design within SolidWorks.Experience with automated equipment, turn-key equipment, or strong mechanical design.

Work Environment

This position is based in an office environment and is not a remote job. The company provides a large platform to work on a variety of projects, allowing for growth in different directions within the company. The company's diversification across various industries offers stability even in the event of downturns in specific sectors.r

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lewis Center, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.67 - $57.69/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 Lewis Center,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 27, 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.

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