Job Information
Actalent Senior Mechanical Engineer in Nicholasville, Kentucky
Job Title: Mechanical Engineer
Client is unable to provide visa sponsorship now or in the future.
Job Description
We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer who will be instrumental in understanding and interpreting blueprints, and creating and improving existing drawings for lock components. The role involves utilizing SolidWorks to build 3D models from 2D prints.
Responsibilities
Understand and interpret blueprints accurately.
Create and modify existing drawings for lock components.
Utilize SolidWorks to build 3D models from 2D prints.
Collaborate with the design team to ensure product design meets company standards.
Essential Skills
Proficiency in mechanical design.
Expertise in using SolidWorks and AutoCAD.
Strong blueprint reading skills.
Experience in mechanical and product design.
7+ years of experience in product design.
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Preferred experience in FMEA analysis.
Knowledge of materials, including metals and plastics.
Experience in CAD and tool design.
Design engineering skills.
Work Environment
The position is full-time, Monday through Friday, from 8 AM to 5 PM. You will work in an office environment as part of the design team. The role offers the opportunity to be part of a well-established company that manufactures unique products for various industries.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Nicholasville, KY.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $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 Nicholasville,KY.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 24, 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.