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Machine Design EngineerActalent • Grand Rapids, Michigan, USA
Machine Design Engineer

Machine Design Engineer

Actalent • Grand Rapids, Michigan, USA
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Job Title : Machine Design Engineer

Job Description

The Machine Design Engineer will focus on designing custom automated equipment, primarily for the automotive industry. The role involves utilizing FEA, GD&T, and 3D CAD to work with customers in concepting, designing, and testing complex machines. The engineer will engage with both mechanical and electrical equipment, including gearboxes, electric motors, and load cells. Additionally, they will support the manufacturing and assembly phases of multiple projects, ensuring timelines are met and making necessary design changes.

Responsibilities

  • Design custom automated equipment for the automotive industry using FEA, GD&T, and 3D CAD.
  • Collaborate with customers to develop concepts and test complex machines.
  • Work with mechanical and electrical components such as gearboxes, electric motors, and load cells.
  • Support manufacturing and assembly processes to ensure project timelines are adhered to.
  • Implement necessary design changes during the manufacturing phase.
  • Research, quote, and select components for automated equipment.

Essential Skills

  • Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (BSME), or associate degree with relevant experience.
  • 5-10 years of experience in machine design.
  • Proficiency in 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks or Inventor.
  • Experience with Finite Element Analysis (FEA).
  • Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) expertise.
  • Experience with hydraulics or pneumatics.
  • Knowledge of custom automation equipment.
  • Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • Experience in automation equipment for the automotive industry.
  • Bill of Materials creation.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) licensure in Engineering or a Master's degree.
  • SolidWorks proficiency.
  • Work Environment

    This is an onsite role primarily focused on computer-based design work. Daily interactions with the manufacturing floor are required to monitor the progress of projects. The position offers the opportunity to collaborate with a dynamic team in a busy environment supporting the automotive industry.

    Job Type & Location

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

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $43.00 - $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 Grand Rapids,MI.

    Application Deadline

    This position is anticipated to close on Nov 21, 2025.

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