Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Engineer - Industrial & Steel Mill Projects

Design it. Build it. See it come to life in active steel mills.

We're looking for a handson Mechanical Engineer who thrives in fastpaced industrial environments and enjoys seeing their designs move from concept to fabrication and installation. This role offers the opportunity to work on realworld industrial and steel mill projects, collaborate closely with project managers and field teams, and make a direct impact on complex facilities operating at full scale.

If you're strong in SolidWorks, enjoy practical mechanical design, and want exposure to active heavyindustrial environments, this is a role where your work truly matters.

What You'll Do

• Design mechanical systems and equipment for industrial and steel mill facilities
• Create 3D models, layouts, and fabricationlevel drawings using SolidWorks
• Support projects from concept through construction, including coordination and field support
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers from other disciplines, and field personnel to deliver integrated solutions
• Review equipment and system installations to ensure compliance with construction documents
• Manage and support multiple concurrent projects within established schedules
• Contribute to a wide range of industrial projects varying in scope, scale, and complexity
• Prepare construction cost estimates, from highlevel to detailed
• Assist with feasibility studies, conceptual layouts, and equipment selection
• Develop contract documents, technical specifications, and fabrication details
• Review vendor and fabricator submittals for alignment with design intent
• Perform site visits to active steel mills and industrial facilities
• Execute all work in accordance with project Health & Safety plans
• Represent the company with professionalism, integrity, and a strong safety mindset

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
• 1-5+ years of mechanical engineering experience (industrial experience is a strong plus)
• SolidWorks expertise is required
• Experience with mechanical design, equipment layout, and fabrication drawings
• Exposure to steel mills or heavy industrial facilities preferred
• Familiarity with construction documents, shop drawings, and construction support
• EIT preferred; pursuing a Professional Engineer (PE) license encouraged
• Able to safely navigate active industrial and construction environments
• Organized, detailoriented, and comfortable working on multiple projects at once

Work Environment

• Onsite, 5 days per week in the Merrillville office
• Collaborative, openlayout workspace
• Supportive team culture with strong project collaboration

This role is ideal for engineers who want handson industrial exposure, real project ownership, and the chance to grow within challenging and rewarding mechanical design work.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Merrillville, IN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $55.00/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 Merrillville,IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 11, 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.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.