Mechanical Design Engineer

Job Title: Mechanical Design Engineer

Job Description

We have a client seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team in Houston. Ideal candidates will have a minimum of 5 years of experience as a mechanical designer/engineer and possess a strong understanding of Autodesk Inventor, and Plant 3D. You will play a crucial role in converting customer requirements into detailed engineering specifications, including drawings and bills of materials, while providing P&ID support.

Responsibilities

• Work from detailed order specifications to convert customer requirements into detailed engineering specifications, including drawings and bills of materials.
• Create typical component fabrication and assembly drawings, General Arrangement drawings, P&IDs, and PFDs.
• Create, update, and maintain drawings using AutoCAD, Inventor, and Plant 3D software.
• Modify existing project drawings for modification and upgrade projects.
• Maintain project and product drawings under change control in AutoDesk Vault.
• Check each design against job specifications and run numerical analysis using company tools to verify design parameters.
• Consider form, fit, and function in design; ensure safety in assembly, maintenance, and operation; focus on the method and ease of manufacture and assembly, and select appropriate materials of construction.

Essential Skills

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering or relevant discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of mechanical design experience.
• Proficiency in Inventor, Plant 3D, and AutoCAD.
• Experience in P&ID support and mechanical systems engineering.
• Ability to work independently and demonstrate strong problem-solving skills.

Work Environment

This position is based in an office environment with a standard work schedule of 8 AM to 5 PM, Monday through Friday. Employees are offered benefits such as paid time off and holidays.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Houston, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $48.00 - $55.00/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 Houston,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 1, 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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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.