Job Title: Mechanical DesignerJob Description
This role is hands-on and manufacturing-focused, supporting the design and development of automated equipment primarily for automotive body-in-white applications. The engineer will work closely with the shop floor, project engineers, and cross-functional teams to design automation equipment using SolidWorks, create and manage BOMs within ERP systems, and support builds through concept, detailing, and execution. The role is fully on-site and best suited for a practical, decision-making engineer with real-world automation experience.
Responsibilities
Design automation equipment using SolidWorks.
Create and manage Bills of Materials (BOMs) within ERP systems.
Support project builds through concept, detailing, and execution.
Collaborate closely with the shop floor and project engineers.
Work with cross-functional teams to develop automated equipment for automotive applications.
Essential Skills
10+ years of experience with SolidWorks.
10+ years of experience designing automation equipment.
Experience in BIW automation or full assembly line automation.
Experience with BOM creation and management.
Proficiency in ERP system data entry.
Knowledge in welding and weld equipment.
Expertise in fixture design.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Welding/Welding automation experience.
Fixture design experience.
Work history with companies like JR, Thyssenkrupp, Kuka, Comau, HTI, Invio, Nagel, Gudel, Creative.
BSME degree (not required but nice to have).
Work Environment
This position is fully on-site in Livonia, within an engineering team of approximately 10 people, part of a 45-person team. The role offers minimal to no travel, with long-term opportunity potential and a stable, consistent workload.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Livonia, MI.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $38.00 - $43.00/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 Livonia,MI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 15, 2026.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we've helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC-with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.
Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.
