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Design Engineer

Job Description

The Design Engineer 2 will join the Low-Pressure Fuel Systems group, supporting current products and driving improvements across design, supplier collaboration, and system integration. This role involves both hands-on and desk-based work, with a strong focus on problem-solving and cross-functional teamwork.

Responsibilities

+ Investigate and resolve warranty claims, customer complaints, and dealer inquiries.

+ Lead and contribute to Continuous Product Improvement (CPI) initiatives.

+ Implement solutions via design or process changes.

+ Maintain engineering prints and drawings in collaboration with global teams.

+ Ensure designs meet performance, reliability, and manufacturability standards.

+ Partner with suppliers to develop and implement design/process improvements.

+ Work cross-functionally with system integration and internal teams.

+ Participate in lab testing with test engineers to validate design changes.

+ Support integration of fuel systems across electronics, filters, and related components.

+ Coordinate with internal teams to ensure system alignment.

Essential Skills

+ Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.

+ Strong engineering problem-solving skills.

+ Ability to interpret engineering drawings and prints.

+ Effective communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ 2+ years of engineering experience (co-op/internship experience may count).

+ Background in heavy-duty machines, engines, or engine components.

+ Experience in product design, supplier collaboration, or manufacturing engineering.

+ Candidates with strong internship experience may be considered, including new grads.

Work Environment

This position is 100% onsite in Mossville, IL, with work divided into approximately 80% desk work and 20% lab/hands-on activities. Minimal travel is required, around 5%, to suppliers or plants in the Midwest, Lafayette, or Maine.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $33.00 - $36.00/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 Peoria,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 16, 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.