Mechanical Engineer

Job Title:

Mechanical Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Mechanical Engineer to provide support in the design and development of high-reliability mechanical systems. This includes developing concepts, evaluating them for performance, and ensuring compliance with technical specifications. The role involves guiding systems from development through production, including prototyping, testing, and commissioning. You will serve as a bridge between the design and test engineering teams, working partly onsite at both locations.

Responsibilities

* Develop mechanical and physical concepts for high-reliability products and facilities with a focus on safety.

* Coordinate with key stakeholders to identify and document applicable requirements, interfaces, and design criteria.

* Perform structural, thermal, hydraulic, and other calculations to ensure systems meet technical requirements.

* Develop innovative mechanical solutions for pressure vessels, piping, electromechanical systems, and mechatronics.

* Assess mechanical systems for manufacturability and integration considerations.

* Develop Verification and Validation (V&V) plans and support toolset qualification.

* Conduct mechanical testing and validation efforts to ensure high reliability, including data analysis and test procedure development.

Essential Skills

* Hands-on experience with hardware and the product development lifecycle through to production.

* Experience in highly regulated industries such as aerospace, medical devices, automotive, or defense electronics.

* Mechanical component-level design experience with high-pressure vessels, fluid systems, and advanced mechanisms.

* Proficiency in CAD and PLM software like UG/NX, Solidworks, or CREO/Pro-Engineer.

* Hands-on mechanical testing and troubleshooting experience.

* Familiarity with machine shop tools and mechanical test benches.

Additional

Skills & Qualifications

* Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related discipline.

* Significant experience in mechanical engineering design and test setup.

* Experience with instrumentation selection and data analysis tools like LabVIEW, Python, or MATLAB.

* Knowledge of industry standards such as ASME BPV Code and ASME B31.1 or B31.3.

Work Environment

You will work in an office environment, with responsibilities split between two sites (Rockville, MD and Frederick, MD), spending approximately 50% of your time  role requires hands-on involvement in mechanical troubleshooting and use of machine shop tools.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Rockville,MD.

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 23, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccom for other accommodation options.