Mechanical Design Engineer Jobs in Kansas (NOW HIRING)

Join our team as a Design Engineer, where you will take ownership of design and project management with the support of experienced leadership. You will be responsible for creating and managing 3D tool designs, coordinating with manufacturing teams, and ensuring the efficient production of high-quality tools for the aerospace industry.

• Review customer requirements to create full 3D modeled tool designs and tool prints using Catia V5.
• Create and release 3D and 2D data packages for manufacturing.
• Coordinate with manufacturing work teams on new project releases and resolve manufacturing issues.
• Review and modify customer-provided tool designs for material optimization and efficiency.
• Select materials and other subcontracting vendors, and manage purchase requisitions.
• Manage customer design review meetings, status updates, and other correspondence.
• Assist the quality team with AS9100D document requirements and audit assistance.

• Mechanical design experience.
• Proficiency in Catia V5.
• Experience in aerospace, composites, ERP systems, and manufacturing.
• Excellent print reading and mechanical visualization skills.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology, Plastics Engineering Technology, Manufacturing Engineering Technology, or a similar field.
• Aptitude for 3D modeling and creative static and/or mechanical designs.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to effectively interact with manufacturing staff and customers.
• Problem-solving abilities to understand concerns and gain cooperation for quick and effective solutions.
• Efficiency and productivity with time management, along with a good work ethic and attendance record.
• Versatile team member willing to drive company success and contribute in various ways.

We are committed to continued growth and customer satisfaction through employee ownership and profit sharing. Our leadership team works with over 100 skilled employees to deliver quality machining, welding, inspection, and assembly services in the aerospace industry. Enjoy long-term professional growth, advancement opportunities, competitive pay, health insurance, a 401k company match, and paid time off.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Arkansas City, KS.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $45.00/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 Arkansas City,KS.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 17, 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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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.

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