Design Engineer

Job Title: Design Engineer Job Description
Join a growing engineering team that designs and supports specialized cryogenic pumping systems and industrial process equipment used in critical applications across the industrial gas and energy sectors. This is a hands-on role where you'll be involved throughout the entire project lifecycle, from 3D design and customer drawings to BOM creation, manufacturing support, testing, and final project documentation. This opportunity is ideal for an early to intermediate career Mechanical Design Engineer who enjoys problem-solving, learning new technologies, and working closely with manufacturing, quality, and engineering teams in a collaborative environment.
Responsibilities
- Create and modify 3D models, assemblies, and equipment layouts using Siemens NX or similar 3D CAD software.
- Develop and revise 2D engineering drawings using AutoCAD.
- Review project requirements and customer specifications.
- Create and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs).
- Develop general arrangement drawings and assembly drawings.
- Support the design and configuration of industrial pumping systems and rotating equipment.
- Prepare manufacturing packages and production documentation.
- Generate work instructions, test procedures, manuals, and project documentation.
- Support manufacturing, assembly, testing, and quality activities.
- Troubleshoot design and production-related issues.
- Collaborate with engineering, production, sales, and service teams throughout project execution.
- Participate in engineering reviews and continuous improvement initiatives.
Essential Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related Engineering discipline.
- 1-3 years of engineering experience (internships and co-op experience may be considered).
- Experience with 3D CAD software (Siemens NX highly preferred).
- AutoCAD experience.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
- Strong understanding of engineering fundamentals, including fluid dynamics and mechanical systems.
- Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
- Self-starter with the ability to learn quickly and work independently.
- Comfortable wearing multiple hats and supporting projects from design through production.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Experience with Siemens NX.
- Experience creating and maintaining Bills of Materials (BOMs).
- Exposure to P&IDs (Process & Instrumentation Diagrams).
- Experience creating assembly drawings and manufacturing documentation.
- Experience supporting manufacturing or production environments.
- Exposure to pumps, rotating equipment, fluid systems, or industrial machinery.
- Testing, quality, or production support experience.
- Experience taking projects from concept through manufacturing release.
Work Environment
This is a 100% onsite position within a small, collaborative engineering team. The role provides a hands-on environment with exposure to design, manufacturing, testing, quality, and project execution. There is an opportunity to take ownership of projects and make meaningful contributions early in your career. The position involves working on highly specialized cryogenic and industrial process equipment, with exposure to the full engineering lifecycle from design through manufacturing and testing.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Whittier, CA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $48.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. 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)
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Whittier, CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 23, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Whittier,CA. About Actalent

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