Mechanical Designer

Location: Downtown Lexington, KY (Hybrid Schedule)

About the Role

We're hiring a Mechanical Designer to support pipeline design and construction projects across the energy sectorincluding CO? systems, production wells, and fracking wells. You'll work directly with project managers and engineers to transform design concepts into detailed, constructible drawing packages. This role offers a mix of technical challenge, collaboration, and flexibility in a consulting environment.

Responsibilities

• Interpret piping and instrumentation diagrams, specifications, and equipment requirements
• Design mechanical equipment and piping systems using CAD 3D modeling tools
• Review vendor equipment drawings and provide feedback
• Collect field data via 3D scanning or manual measurements
• Generate as-built 3D models from point cloud data
• Produce drawing packages including site plans, piping layouts, isometrics, and support details
• Ensure compliance with codes, client standards, and industry best practices
• Collaborate with engineers and other disciplines throughout the design process

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a relevant field
• 1+ years of mechanical design experience using SolidWorks, Inventor, CadWorx, or Plant3D
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and 3D modeling
• Experience in piping design and mechanical drafting
• Willingness to learn new design software and contribute to civil design work
• Comfortable conducting occasional site visits (13 trips per year)

What You'll Enjoy

• A hybrid work schedule with flexibility and autonomy
• A casual, collaborative team culture
• Exposure to diverse and impactful energy projects
• Opportunities to expand your technical skill set

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $50.00/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 hybrid position in Lexington, KY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 27, 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.

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.