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Senior Software Engineer

Job Description

The Sr Software Engineer designs functional, reliable, and cost-effective heavy-duty vehicle components. This role involves engineering analysis, design or re-design, and the development of components for both existing and new vehicles. The engineer provides integration and execution support for vehicle and component design.

Responsibilities

+ Perform engineering calculations, investigations, and tasks under supervision according to industry standards and processes.

+ Support engineers in preparing plans, designs, and computation methods.

+ Manage projects or parts of projects of limited complexity, possibly multiple projects.

+ Collaborate with internal engineering or business support disciplines and external suppliers.

+ Provide guidance or mentorship to entry-level engineers, designers, or technicians.

+ Maintain effective communication with suppliers, customers, and outside resources on technical issues.

+ Enforce engineering criteria and drawing standards within company policies and procedures.

+ Evaluate designs for performance, safety, and reliability.

+ Prepare layouts, drawings, specifications, and bills of material.

+ Conduct engineering analysis to select parts, components, and materials that meet requirements.

+ Provide technical assistance for production support.

+ Analyze and resolve engineering issues and communicate status through verbal or written communication.

+ Prepare technical proposals, quotations, reports, and presentations.

+ Create and maintain project documentation for analysis, research, and historical records.

+ Utilize analytical and mathematical approaches to optimize designs.

Essential Skills

+ 3+ years of relevant industry experience.

+ Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited program in Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, Systems, or Software Engineering

+ Prior exposure to military combat systems

+ Knowledge of video signal design and transmission systems

+ Experience applying root-cause problem-solving methodologies

+ Experience in electro-mechanical system integration

+ Hands-on experience with product testing, test labs, or hardware-in-the-loop testing environments.

+ Strong technical writing skills with experience creating engineering documentation.

+ Familiarity with data acquisition tools and post-processing techniques

Work Environment

This is a full-time position requiring onsite presence. The work involves collaboration with various engineering disciplines and external suppliers, ensuring a dynamic and interactive environment. The role demands adherence to engineering standards and company policies, providing a structured yet innovative workspace.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Oshkosh, Wisconsin.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $130000.00/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 Oshkosh,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 9, 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.