Mechanical Engineer

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer

Job Description

This Mechanical Engineer role supports product design, manufacturing, and continuous improvement activities within a highly regulated aerospace environment. You will use 3D CAD tools to develop and maintain drawings, bills of materials, and supporting documentation while applying core engineering principles to solve technical challenges. Working closely with production and cross-functional teams, you will help improve efficiency, quality, and overall performance, provide day-to-day technical support, and contribute to process improvements using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop, update, and maintain 3D CAD models and 2D drawings for aerospace components and assemblies.
• Create, manage, and revise bills of materials (BOMs) and product documentation to support manufacturing and configuration control.
• Apply core mechanical engineering principles to analyze problems, propose solutions, and support technical decision-making.
• Collaborate with production, purchasing, and other cross-functional teams to support day-to-day manufacturing activities.
• Provide on-the-floor engineering support to resolve production issues and ensure smooth product flow.
• Interpret and review engineering drawings to ensure clarity, manufacturability, and compliance with applicable standards.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other process improvement tools.
• Contribute to process optimization efforts to enhance efficiency, quality, and overall performance in a high-standard manufacturing environment.
• Participate in customer interactions as needed to clarify technical requirements and support project objectives.
• Assist with documentation and reporting related to engineering changes, process improvements, and product updates.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
• 2+ years of engineering experience, which can include internships.
• 3D CAD experience on any platform.
• Strong understanding of basic engineering principles and structured problem-solving.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement tools.
• Ability to create and interpret 2D engineering drawings.
• Experience working with bills of materials (BOMs), drawings, and product documentation.
• Ability to work effectively in an aerospace or other regulated manufacturing environment.
• Comfort working in a production support setting and collaborating closely with shop floor and purchasing teams.
• Strong communication skills for effective collaboration and customer interaction.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Preferred experience with Creo for 3D CAD modeling and drafting.
• Prior aerospace or defense industry experience.
• Exposure to regulated manufacturing processes and standards.
• Experience supporting production environments, including time spent on the shop floor.
• Customer interaction experience, such as clarifying requirements or supporting technical discussions.
• Demonstrated interest in continuous improvement and process optimization.

Work Environment

This role is fully onsite and involves a mix of time spent on the manufacturing floor and in an office setting. You will work in a high-standard aerospace manufacturing environment, collaborating closely with multiple engineering groups, production personnel, and support functions. The setting combines hands-on exposure to production processes with office-based design, documentation, and analysis work, providing a strong opportunity to gain broad experience in regulated, defense-related projects.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cadillac, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $33.00 - $38.00/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 Cadillac,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 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 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.

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.