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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Design Engineer - **Company:** Actalent - **Location:** Georgetown, KY, United States - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** 3d Models, AutoCAD, SolidWorks (CAD), Desktop Computing, Microsoft Software - **Published:** August 10, 2026 - **Apply:** https://us.experteer.com/career/view-jobs/design-engineer-georgetown-ky-usa-58878219 ## About the Role is updates * Manage cradle-to-grave projects including fabrication, installation, and implementation * Coordinate design reviews, timelines, and deliverables while managing customer expectations * Ensure manufacturability and cost-effectiveness by applying shop floor processes and machining knowledge * Support shop assembly and onsite installation to ensure proper function and integration * Contribute to production process optimization through tooling and equipment design * Improve precision, repeatability, ergonomics, and operator safety on production lines * Collaborate with stakeholders to improve design standards and documentation Tasks * Expert-level SolidWorks proficiency with ability to design complex tooling and custom equipment * Experience in custom machine and tooling design for production environments * Ability to own projects from concept through installation and final implementation * Strong project management skills (timelines, reviews, customer communication) * Solid aaaa translate of machining, fabrication, and assembly processes * Mechanical design and machine design experience in manufacturing * Ability to perform structural design and FEA when required * Proficiency in 3D modeling and drafting for mechanical systems * Computers: SolidWorks and Microsoft products * Experience in machining, fabrication, and new product development * Familiarity with AutoCAD for complementary tasks * Basic sheet metal design knowledge * Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field is favorable * Experience in fabrication shops and machining equipment * Strong collaboration and communication skills Key requirements * Medical, dental & vision * 401(k) Retirement Plan * Life Insurance * Short and long-term disability * Health Spending Account (HSA) * PTO / Paid time off ## Description Experteer Overview As a Design Engineer, you will create custom mechanical solutions in production environments, from concept to installation, focusing on manufacturability, cost-effectiveness, and reliable performance. You will own projects end-to-end and collaborate with customers and internal teams to translate requirements into actionable designs. Expect hands-on shop support, integration with production facilities, and a role that directly contributes to process improvements and tooling optimization. This is a hands-on, cross-functional role in a small, fabrication-focused organization. Compensation / Benefits * Design complex mechanical equipment, jigs, fixtures, end effectors, and material handling tooling using SolidWorks from concept to completion * Perform structural design and FEA validation to ensure safety and performance * Create detailed 3D models and fabrication drawings for machining and assembly * Collaborate with customers to capture requirements and provide project updates * Manage cradle-to-grave projects including fabrication, installation, and implementation * Coordinate design reviews, timelines, and deliverables while managing customer expectations * Ensure manufacturability and cost-effectiveness by applying shop floor processes and machining knowledge * Support shop assembly and onsite installation to ensure proper function and integration * Contribute to production process optimization through tooling and equipment design * Improve precision, repeatability, ergonomics, and operator safety on production lines * Collaborate with stakeholders to improve design standards and documentation Tasks * Expert-level SolidWorks proficiency with ability to design complex tooling and custom equipment * Experience in custom machine and tooling design for production environments * Ability to own projects from concept through installation and final implementation * Strong project management skills (timelines, reviews, customer communication) * Solid understanding of machining, fabrication, and assembly processes * Mechanical design and machine design experience in manufacturing * Ability to perform structural design and FEA when required * Proficiency in 3D modeling and drafting for mechanical systems * Computers: SolidWorks and Microsoft products * Experience in machining, fabrication, and new product development * Familiarity with AutoCAD for complementary tasks * Basic sheet metal design knowledge * Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field is favorable * Experience in fabrication shops and machining equipment * Strong collaboration and communication skills Key requirements * Medical, dental & vision * 401(k) Retirement Plan * Life Insurance * Short and long-term disability * Health Spending Account (HSA) * PTO / Paid time off ## Related Videos - [How to Domain Model – An example from manufacturing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/742-how-to-domain-model-an-example-from-manufacturing) - [XR Demystified: Separating Facts from Fiction in 2024](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1117-xr-demystified-separating-facts-from-fiction-in-2024) - [TresJS a new declarative ThreeJS as Vue components](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/543-tresjs-a-new-declarative-threejs-as-vue-components) - [WebAssembly Revolution: Elevating JavaScript's Reach and Performance](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1149-webassembly-revolution-elevating-javascript-s-reach-and-performance) - [Google Gemma and Open Source AI Models - Clement Farabet](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1354-google-gemma-and-open-source-ai-models-clement-farabet) - [Cross platform Augmented Reality development with React Native](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/160-cross-platform-augmented-reality-development-with-react-native) ## Related Articles - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs) - [Dev Digest 120 - Apple and peers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/455-dev-digest-120-apple-and-peers) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Dev Digest 121 - AI goes offline](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/456-dev-digest-121-ai-goes-offline) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs)