Mechanical Design Engineer

Job Title: Mechanical Design Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a talented Mechanical Design Engineer to support the design and development of high-reliability mechanical systems. This role involves concept development, system and component analysis, and ensuring all technical specifications and requirements are met. The engineer will guide the development of systems and components through production, including prototyping, testing, and commissioning.

Responsibilities

• Develop mechanical and physical concepts and design processes for high-reliability products or facilities, prioritizing safety.
• Identify, document, and coordinate applicable requirements, interfaces, design basis, and criteria with stakeholders and systems engineers.
• Plan and perform analyses to ensure structures and systems meet intended functions and design requirements.
• Conduct computations using hand calculations and analytical tools for structural, thermal, hydraulic, and other necessary calculations.
• Develop innovative mechanical solutions for systems such as pressure vessels, piping, electromechanical systems, and more.
• Integrate design activities across engineering teams, partners, and suppliers, supporting calculations to meet design requirements.
• Create and maintain CAD-generated engineering models.
• Assess manufacturability and integration considerations of mechanical systems.
• Develop design documentation, including technical reports, calculations, and drawings.
• Develop Verification and Validation (V&V) plans and support the qualification of toolsets.
• Ensure project quality requirements are met through adherence to quality procedures.
• Provide independent reviews of engineering deliverables and data.
• Maintain professional demeanor and communication at all times.

Essential Skills

• Hands-on experience with hardware and product development lifecycle through to production.
• Esuch as axperience in highly regulated industries erospace, medical devices, automotive, or defense electronics.
• Mechanical component level design experience with high-pressure vessels, fluid systems, reactors, and more.
• Leadership or managerial experience in engineering settings.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Proficiency with engineering hand calculations.
• Experience designing and developing complex mechanical systems or components.
• Two or more years of hands-on experience developing hardware or manufacturing processes in a production environment.
• Experience with CAD and PLM software (e.g., UG/NX, Solidworks, CREO/Pro-Engineer, Teamcenter, Windchill).
• Preferred experience with commercial nuclear power plant operations and design codes such as ASME BPVC Sections III and VIII.

Work Environment

This position is based in an office environment, providing an opportunity to work on cutting-edge clean energy systems development. The organization is growing rapidly with significant investments and plans to expand significantly by the end of 2026.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Rockville, MD.

The pay range for this position is $58.00 - $80.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Rockville,MD.

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 30, 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.