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Description The Design Engineer is responsible for creating and developing specialized body structures and components for heavy‑duty applications. This role focuses on ensuring designs meet durability, safety, and regulatory standards while optimizing for manufacturability and operational efficiency in demanding environments.
Key Responsibilities
Develop CAD models and detailed drawings for large-scale body structures and related components.
Design structural reinforcements to withstand high loads, vibrations, and harsh operating conditions.
Integrate hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems into designs.
Provide manufacturing support, addressing design‑for‑manufacturability and assembly issues.
Collaborate with suppliers and stakeholders to customize solutions for specific applications.
Conduct FEA and stress analysis to validate structural performance under heavy loads.
Support prototype builds and oversee field testing for durability and safety.
Troubleshoot design issues and implement corrective actions.
Prepare technical documentation, BOMs, and assembly instructions.
Skills new product development, mechanical, Cad, Design, Mechanical design, project management, sheet metal fabrication, heavy duty truck, Solidworks, catia, fea analysis, stress analysis
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, CATIA, or similar).
Strong knowledge of heavy‑duty materials (high‑strength steel, aluminum alloys, composites).
Familiarity with manufacturing processes: welding, machining, forming, and assembly.
Experience with FEA tools for load and fatigue analysis.
Understanding of chassis dynamics, suspension systems, and load distribution.
Excellent problem‑solving and communication skills.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
3–7 years of experience in structural design for heavy‑duty applications.
Knowledge of relevant regulatory standards.
Experience With Hydraulic And Pneumatic System Integration Preferred Experience integrating hydraulic and pneumatic systems into designs is preferred.
Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Cynthiana, KY.
Pay And Benefits The pay range for this position is $70,000.00 – $90,000.00 per year.
2 Weeks of PTO
Paid Holidays
Dental
Vision
Health
Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Cynthiana, KY.
Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jan 20, 2026.
About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions.
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.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com.
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function & Industry
Engineering and Information Technology
Business Consulting and Services
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Design Engineer
role at
Actalent .
2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants
Description The Design Engineer is responsible for creating and developing specialized body structures and components for heavy‑duty applications. This role focuses on ensuring designs meet durability, safety, and regulatory standards while optimizing for manufacturability and operational efficiency in demanding environments.
Key Responsibilities
Develop CAD models and detailed drawings for large-scale body structures and related components.
Design structural reinforcements to withstand high loads, vibrations, and harsh operating conditions.
Integrate hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems into designs.
Provide manufacturing support, addressing design‑for‑manufacturability and assembly issues.
Collaborate with suppliers and stakeholders to customize solutions for specific applications.
Conduct FEA and stress analysis to validate structural performance under heavy loads.
Support prototype builds and oversee field testing for durability and safety.
Troubleshoot design issues and implement corrective actions.
Prepare technical documentation, BOMs, and assembly instructions.
Skills new product development, mechanical, Cad, Design, Mechanical design, project management, sheet metal fabrication, heavy duty truck, Solidworks, catia, fea analysis, stress analysis
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, CATIA, or similar).
Strong knowledge of heavy‑duty materials (high‑strength steel, aluminum alloys, composites).
Familiarity with manufacturing processes: welding, machining, forming, and assembly.
Experience with FEA tools for load and fatigue analysis.
Understanding of chassis dynamics, suspension systems, and load distribution.
Excellent problem‑solving and communication skills.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
3–7 years of experience in structural design for heavy‑duty applications.
Knowledge of relevant regulatory standards.
Experience With Hydraulic And Pneumatic System Integration Preferred Experience integrating hydraulic and pneumatic systems into designs is preferred.
Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Cynthiana, KY.
Pay And Benefits The pay range for this position is $70,000.00 – $90,000.00 per year.
2 Weeks of PTO
Paid Holidays
Dental
Vision
Health
Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Cynthiana, KY.
Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jan 20, 2026.
About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions.
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.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com.
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function & Industry
Engineering and Information Technology
Business Consulting and Services
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