• Equipment Engineer

    Actalent (Westlake, OH)


    Job Title: Equipment EngineerJob Description

     

    The Equipment Engineer will play a pivotal role in supporting the development and implementation of new testing machines, while also modeling and rebuilding existing assembly machines in a Battery R&D facility. This position requires the creation of 3D models of machine parts, development of technical documentation, design of testing fixtures, and oversight of the installation and maintenance of testing equipment.

    Responsibilities

    + Create 3D models of existing assembly machine parts using Autodesk Inventor or Solidworks.

    + Support the installation of a new testing machine from the ground up, ensuring it meets all technical specifications and requirements.

    + Develop comprehensive technical documentation for both new and existing testing machines, including tooling change procedures, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and maintenance procedures.

    + Design and fabricate testing fixtures for both new and existing machines to ensure accurate and reliable testing results.

    + Build the new custom testing machine from the ground up and install it into the R&D facility.

    + Run production trials with an operator and test the machine to ensure it is running to specification, and debug issues.

    + Work closely with cross-functional teams, including engineering, manufacturing, and quality assurance, to ensure seamless integration of testing machines into the R&D process.

    + Identify opportunities for improving testing processes and equipment, and implement solutions to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

    + Work variable hours during their day shift between 20-40 hours per week depending on project requirements. This project will likely run 3-6 months in duration.

    Essential Skills

    + Mechanical design and 3D modeling

    + Machine or machine component design experience

    + Experience building industrial machinery

    + 5+ years of mechanical engineering experience

    + Associates degree in mechanical engineering minimum education

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related field

    + Knowledge of a light manufacturing or pilot line manufacturing process

    + Familiarity with industry standards and regulations related to testing equipment

    + Experience with project management and coordination

     

    Work Environment

     

    The role is based in an office and R&D pilot line setting, supporting a well-known battery R&D center with a project that offers a variety of hands-on and design work.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $42.00 - $52.00/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 fully onsite position in Westlake,OH.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on May 24, 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.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.