• Mechanical Engineer

    Actalent (Phoenix, AZ)


    Job Title: Mechanical EngineerJob Description

     

    The Reliability Engineer plays a pivotal role in enhancing the reliability of equipment and reducing maintenance costs. This position involves collecting and analyzing equipment performance data to predict potential failures, developing strategies for system reliability, and conducting root cause analyses to resolve recurring issues. The role requires designing maintenance schedules, collaborating with cross-functional teams to integrate new technologies, and preparing detailed reports to communicate findings to management.

    Responsibilities

    + Collect and analyze equipment performance data to identify patterns and predict potential failures.

    + Develop and implement strategies to enhance system reliability and reduce maintenance costs.

    + Conduct root cause analyses to address recurring issues.

    + Design maintenance schedules based on predictive and preventative insights.

    + Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate new technologies and improve operational processes.

    + Continuously monitor systems to ensure optimal performance and compliance with safety standards.

    + Prepare detailed reports and documentation to communicate findings and recommendations to management.

    Essential Skills

    + Reliability engineering

    + Time studies

    + Validation and process improvement

    + Understanding of root cause analysis and FMEA analysis

    + Mechanical engineering expertise

    + Project planning and management

    + Lean manufacturing

    + Continuous improvement and sustainable design

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related discipline

    + 7+ years of hands-on mechanical engineering experience

    + PMP (Project Management Professional) certification

    + Experience managing projects valued at $15,000-$20,000

    + Ability to manage vendor relationships

    + Preferred experience in the mining industry, ME Global, steel mill, or food industry

    Work Environment

    The work environment consists of a manufacturing floor (60%) and desk work (40%). The facility includes a shop floor with automated equipment and operates Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 5 PM or a 4x10 schedule. The industrial environment requires wearing boots, pants, PPE such as hard hats and glasses. The work can be physically demanding, especially in summer heat. The company offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, including an annual bonus of approximately 10% for all employees, regardless of job grade. The team is growing from 113 to 200 employees by the end of next year.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Permanent position based out of Phoenix, AZ.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $100000.00/yr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable 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 Phoenix,AZ.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Nov 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.

     

    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.