• Mechanical Engineer

    Actalent (Jackson, WI)


    Job Title: Mechanical EngineerJob Description

     

    We are seeking a talented and experienced Mechanical Engineer to join our team, providing crucial engineering support for new product development projects. This role involves interfacing with various project team members, enhancing existing products, and designing solutions that meet specific engineering change requests.

    Responsibilities

    + Provide engineering support for new product development projects in a lead role.

    + Interface with Product Group leader, Project manager, and other project team members to enhance existing products.

    + Provide direction to others relative to assigned project development activities.

    + Design solutions that meet specific needs outlined in Engineering Change requests.

    + Conduct engineering and Finite element analysis as required by the project scope.

    + Collaborate with vendors to facilitate communication and product development needs.

    + Write test plans and quality documents.

    + Generate manufacturing-ready designs, working with factory personnel to ensure capabilities alignment.

    + Execute engineering analysis and apply high-level accepted engineering practices.

    Essential Skills

    + Proficiency in solid modeling using SolidWorks.

    + Strong drafting ability with knowledge of dimensional call outs, tolerances, and symbols.

    + Experience in performing stress analysis.

    + Ability to read and interpret complex documents, blueprints, and work instructions.

    + High mechanical aptitude with an understanding of electrical fundamentals.

    + Knowledge of materials and their properties as it relates to engineering.

    + Proficiency in writing reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.

    + Advanced mathematical skills, including exponents, logarithms, quadratic equations, and permutations.

    + Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to complex problems.

    + Hands-on ability to develop test fixtures and perform testing of design elements.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + 3-5 years of experience within a manufacturing facility.

    + 2+ years of experience using SolidWorks.

    + 2+ years of conducting stress analysis.

    + Experience with bill of materials, CAD, SolidWorks design, and fabrication.

    + Knowledge of ETO, mechanical engineering, sheet metal, and sheet metal fabrication.

    Work Environment

    The position is based in Jackson, WI, with occasional visits to a new facility in Hartford, WI. The company comprises 208 employees and promotes a casual dress code. Work hours are 8-hour days with minimal overtime.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $31.25 - $38.46/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 Jackson,WI.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on May 23, 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.