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Job Title: Mechanical EngineerJob Description

This role involves designing various auxiliary hydraulic, pneumatic, and cooling water systems for hydroelectric turbine units. The engineer will oversee, direct, and perform engineering work associated with the design of these systems, manage and coordinate project work of associates, and create written specifications for the design, manufacture, and installation of hydraulic governor equipment, hydraulic cylinders, pressure vessels, and auxiliary systems/skids. They will specify pumps, motors, valves, fittings, oil, instrumentation, and other components to meet contract requirements and industry standards.

Responsibilities

+ Design auxiliary hydraulic, pneumatic, and cooling water systems for hydroelectric turbine units.

+ Oversee, direct, and perform engineering work associated with these systems.

+ Manage and coordinate project work of associates.

+ Create written specifications for the design, manufacture, and installation of hydraulic governor equipment, hydraulic cylinders, pressure vessels, and auxiliary systems/skids.

+ Specify pumps, motors, valves, fittings, oil, and instrumentation to meet contract requirements and industry standards.

Essential Skills

+ Proficiency in mechanical engineering and system design.

+ Experience in instrumentation, piping, and mechanical components/systems design.

+ Strong skills in 3D modeling, primarily using NX software and AutoCAD.

+ Project management skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.

+ 5+ years of mechanical engineering experience.

+ 4+ years of 3D modeling experience with proficiency in AutoCAD; NX proficiency is preferred.

Work Environment

The work environment includes a hybrid schedule with three days in the office. This role offers a long-term opportunity with the chance to cross-train with the turbine/generator side of the business and work under a Professional Engineer (PE) with continuous education courses available if pursuing a PE is desired. The team consists of 20 engineers supporting across the Mechanical Engineering group, focusing on turbines, generators, and power systems. The role is within the energy industry for hydropower units, associated with dams and government work.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $58.00/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 hybrid position in Charlotte,NC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 30, 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.

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