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Actalent Mechanical Design Engineer in Ormond Beach, Florida
Mechanical Engineer – Job DescriptionPosition: Mechanical EngineerPrimary Responsibilities
• Work collaboratively in a team environment and communicate clearly and effectively.
• Lead and support the full machine design process, ensuring all mechanical solutions meet required performance, safety, and reliability standards.
• Evaluate mechanical component capabilities and apply them appropriately to machine design specifications.
• Create design layouts, assembly drawings, and detailed part drawings with accuracy and clarity.
• Ensure all design work complies with applicable local, federal, or international engineering standards.
• Work hands‑on in the shop to assist or lead production staff during assembly, integration, and testing.
• Apply strong working knowledge of motors, servos, linear actuators, brakes, pneumatics, and related systems within machine design.
• Verify machine function according to specifications and operational requirements.
• Use measuring equipment to inspect components, validate tolerances, and confirm mechanical functionality.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and perform repairs on machinery as needed.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment by following all procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Document parts lists, engineering change orders, drawing revisions, and project files.
• Record design changes occurring on the shop floor and generate accurate “as‑built” assembly drawings.
• Maintain project schedules and manage tasks to meet deadlines.
• Set up, run, and debug machinery during start‑up and commissioning phases.
• Interface with customers and suppliers to ensure proper integration and functionality between equipment and external systems.
• Demonstrate strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Utilize effective computer skills to support design and documentation activities.
Skills and Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 5 to 10 years of mechanical engineering experience specifically supporting production equipment.
• Must have direct, hands‑on experience in machine design, including designing and developing new machinery based on customer specifications.
• Strong computer proficiency and ability to work within engineering design tools and software environments.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Ormond Beach, FL.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $70.00/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 Ormond Beach,FL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 31, 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.