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Senior Mechanical Engineer

Overview:

A growing manufacturer of recycling and material handling equipment is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join its engineering team. This role requires a creative, self-motivated professional with a strong background in mechanical and structural engineering, ideally with at least 5 years of experience in mechanical systems design.

Key Responsibilities:

+ Design detailed recycling system equipment and structural components in collaboration with sales and engineering teams.

+ Produce engineering drawings for manufacturing, field installation, and documentation purposes.

+ Specify components and generate Bills of Materials (BOMs).

+ Utilize ERP software and coordinate with procurement to ensure timely and accurate delivery of components.

+ Oversee projects through the manufacturing process on the production floor.

+ Document and share standardized procedures and best practices with the team.

+ Lead process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency in engineering and manufacturing workflows.

+ Identify cost-saving opportunities and build strong relationships with suppliers.

+ Contribute to a high-performance, quality-focused, and continuously improving work culture.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent).

+ Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.

+ Background in design or electrical engineering is a plus.

+ Experience with material handling equipment is advantageous.

+ Proficiency in SolidWorks and AutoCAD.

+ Familiarity with ERP systems.

+ Understanding of manufacturing processes such as sheet metal bending, punching, and welding.

+ Experience designing recycling equipment and conveyors is a plus.

+ Ability to synthesize mechanical component requirements.

+ Strong multitasking, problem-solving, and deadline management skills.

+ Willingness to take on new challenges and work overtime when needed.

+ Professional communication skills, especially when interacting with customers.

Experience Level

Intermediate Level

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $46.00/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 Whitney Point,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 6, 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.