28 Mar 2026

Contract Design Engineer

Ac talent… – Posted by Roland DIBO – Anywhere

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Design Engineer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing design specifications, creating detailed project documentation, and supporting machine build and installation. This role requires a strong background in mechanical design and engineering, with hands-on experience in automated equipment and machine design.

Responsibilities

  • Identify equipment change points using current equipment drawings and new model part prints to meet engineering and customer specifications.
  • Develop design specification documents, concept models, and line layouts detailing the required work.
  • Engage in machine design, modeling, component sizing and specification, and part detailing.
  • Create comprehensive project documentation, including Bill of Materials, Spare Parts Lists, Operation and Maintenance Manuals, Assembly Procedures and Check Sheets, Repair Procedures, and Project Schedules.
  • Perform engineering calculations to determine machine cycle time, FEA, static/dynamic accuracy, and size machine components.
  • Provide support for machine build and installation.

Essential Skills

  • Proficiency in SolidWorks and AutoCAD for layouts, concepts, model comparison, line arrangement drawings, and assembly/detail drawings.
  • Ability to perform static and dynamic calculations of equipment and components to meet design criteria.
  • Experience in Bill of Materials creation and parts ordering.
  • Proficient in using Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) for project documentation and communication.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills to report project status and lead meetings.
  • Skilled in using Microsoft Project and Excel to create and update project schedules.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • 3 to 5 years of full-time mechanical design/engineering experience in work holding/fixturing, material handling, robotic cell automation, and/or special assembly machine/automation design.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Anna, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 – $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 Anna, OH.

How to Apply

https://careers.actalentservices.com/

Job Categories: Auto CAD and Design Engineer. Job Types: Contract. Salary: 100,000 and above. Job expires in 41 days.

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