• Design Engineer

    Actalent (Arcade, NY)


    Job Title: Design Engineer

    Job Description

    This role involves the design, development, and lifecycle management of heavy-duty alternators used in trucks, buses, military, and specialty vehicles. The position requires a strong focus on creating next-generation alternators from concept through to production, collaborating effectively in a global team setting.

    Responsibilities

    + Design next-generation alternators from concept to production in a global team setting.

    + Perform advanced CAD modeling and manage engineering data.

    + Collaborate with manufacturing teams to ensure design for manufacturability and tooling.

    + Lead product testing to meet both customer and industry standards.

    + Conduct design reviews and maintain Design Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (DFMEAs).

    + Manage project plans in alignment with TS and APQP standards.

    Essential Skills

    + Mechanical design experience.

    + Proficiency in Creo, 3D modeling, and GD&T.

    + Experience in new product development.

    + Strong experience in mechanical and electromechanical design.

    + 5+ years of relevant engineering experience.

    + Degree in Mechanical Engineering (BSME/MS) or equivalent experience.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Experience with AC generators, DC alternators, and rotating equipment.

    + Proficiency in CAD tools, with ProE/Creo required and SolidWorks preferred.

    + FEA experience, particularly in magnetics or stress analysis, is preferred.

    + Familiarity with 5S, Lean Six Sigma, Windchill, Minitab, and tolerance analysis.

    + Strong project leadership, time management, and organizational skills.

     

    Work Environment

     

    The role involves working 80% in an office setting and 20% in a more hands-on environment with cross-functional teams focused on product development.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $45.00/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 Arcade,NY.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jun 13, 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.