Mechanical Design Engineer

Job Description

We are looking for a skilled Mechanical Engineer to lead the development and launch of heavy-duty truck accessories and systems. This role focuses on the mechanical design, integration, and validation of complex accessory products — including hydraulic systems, structural components, and electrical integration — for use in commercial and vocational truck platforms.

Responsibilities Include

• Lead the mechanical design and integration of heavy truck accessory products such as hydraulic liftgates, tool storage systems, service bodies, utility cranes, winches, PTO-driven systems, and other chassis-mounted equipment.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with electrical, controls, hydraulics, and manufacturing teams to develop fully integrated solutions.
• Own product development from concept through production launch, including prototyping, CAD design, FEA, DFM, and validation testing.
• Design robust mechanical structures and assemblies using steel, aluminum, and composite materials for heavy-duty environments.
• Develop and optimize hydraulic systems, including pump/motor selection, circuit design, and performance tuning.
• Ensure seamless electrical integration of powered accessories with truck OEM or aftermarket power and control systems.
• Create and maintain detailed engineering documentation: drawings, BOMs, engineering change orders, and test reports.
• Support validation testing, including environmental, fatigue, load, and field testing.
• Engage with suppliers and customers to define requirements, resolve technical challenges, and ensure product compatibility.
• Support continuous improvement in product performance, cost, and manufacturability.

Must Haves

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering
• 7+ years experience designing heavy industrial multi component products (Creo and heavy trucking would be nice)
• Experience designing hydraulic systems (pump/motor selection, performance tuning
• Engineering Documentation exp(Drawings, BOMS, Change orders, test reports)
• Experience working cross-functionally with other Engineering disciplines

Preferred

• Experience designing heavy duty truck mounting assemblies
• Experience doing 3d designs in Creo

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Mentor, OH.

The pay range for this position is $48.08 - $57.69/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 Mentor,OH.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 13, 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.