Design Engineer

We are seeking a talented Design Engineer to join our team focused on designing insulation sheets, damping materials, and heat shields primarily for the aerospace division, while also supporting the commercial vehicles division. The role involves transforming customer prints into documents for production, utilizing both 2D and 3D software (CATIA).

Responsibilities

• Convert customer drawings into internal models for production using 2D and 3D software.
• Spend approximately 90% of the time at a CAD station converting customer drawings to internal drawings.
• Create cut files from 3D parts and transform them into 2D layouts for machine cutting.
• Draft layouts and dimension drawings for new product models, production drawings, and customer installation documentation.
• Manage product change requests and create 3D models and 2D drawings accordingly.
• Upload design data into internal PDM systems with digital workflows.
• Implement project timelines and maintain release schedules.
• Support manufacturing and quality teams by reviewing manufacturing files and addressing production issues.
• Be on-call to interface with customers and resolve design issues.

• Minimum of an Associate's Degree in Engineering.
• Experience in design, preferably through an internship.
• Proficiency in 3D and 2D design.
• Experience with software such as CATIA, AutoCAD, or SolidWorks.

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering preferred.
• Experience with Excel, foam and fiber materials.
• Knowledge of water jet material cutting.
• Proficiency in measurements and measuring tools.

The position is based in a production floor and office setting, collaborating with an engineering and machinist team. The facility employs around 200 people, with an additional 500 employees in a nearby facility. As part of a division owned by a large corporation, employees benefit from a supportive company culture centered around trust and autonomy.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/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 Indianapolis,IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 30, 2025.

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.

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