Design Principal Engineer

Responsibilities

• Lead the creation of high-level drawings using CAD software for new technologies and components, ensuring fit, form, and specification.

• Establish and guide project teams to meet development targets and schedules, coordinating resources and communicating project status.

• Develop advanced ideas to improve competitiveness through product features and technologies or factory efficiency.

• Support or lead market quality initiatives and utilize problem-solving methods for root cause analysis.

• Develop and implement corrective measures and lead recurrence prevention efforts.

Essential Skills

• Bachelors degree or equivalent in a related field.

• Over 10 years of engineering experience, preferably in powersports or power equipment.

• Strong project leadership experience with a focus on independent project management.

• Proficiency in high-level CAD software, preferably Catia, with experience in 2D/3D layouts, FTA, and FMEA.

• Expertise in cost management using cost simulation software or cost tables.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with other CAD software such as SolidWorks or Creo is acceptable.

• Familiarity with various manufacturing processes including stamping, plastic injection, and die casting.

• Degree flexibility: Candidates with significant experience may be considered without a degree.

• Understanding of engineering standards and regulations.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Haw River, NC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $48.60 - $60.72/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 position based out of Haw River, NC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 30, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Haw River,NC.

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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.