• Mechanical Engineer

    Actalent (Austin, TX)


    Title: Mechanical Engineer

    Job Description

    This Mechanical Engineer position involves working on various programs at different stages of the product development lifecycle. The role requires a dynamic individual capable of pivoting between tasks and contributing to the design, building, and testing of micro-turbine and turbo-generator systems.

    Responsibilities

    + Design, build, and test micro-turbine and turbo-generator systems.

    + Perform mechanical design and analysis of static and rotating hardware using metallic or composite materials.

    + Utilize Siemens Teamcenter and NX for modeling and drafting, following the latest dimensional and tolerancing standards (ASME Y14.5).

    + Set up, execute, and review advanced analyses using ANSYS, focusing on elastic or elastic-plastic behavior, blade and vane dynamics, rotor-dynamics, and thermals.

    + Iterate design concepts to drive cost reduction and enhance design value.

    + Engage in customer-funded or internal projects and assist in drafting proposals.

    + Manage component level and subsystem level hardware from digital to physical verification.

    + Collaborate with team members and subject matter experts to achieve program milestones.

    + Assist in task prioritization and resource allocation, balancing project obligations, delivery milestones, and budget requirements.

    + Provide expert advice to upper management on problem-solving and solution strategies.

    + Perform mechanical assembly of hardware.

    + Conduct test data acquisition and post-processing to validate designs.

    + Support and operate within an AS9100 quality environment following standard protocols.

    Essential Skills

    + Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or equivalent Engineering.

    + 7+ years of experience for Level 3 positions; 3+ years of experience for Level 2 positions.

    + Experience in dynamic systems, especially turbomachinery and precision assembly/dynamics.

    + Proficiency in Siemens NX, GD&T (ASME Y14.5), ANSYS, FEA, and PLM (Teamcenter).

    + Experience in static and dynamic structural analysis.

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + Experience in aerospace, defense, and automotive industries.

    + Thermal analysis and assembly analysis experience.

    + Master's Degree in Engineering is a plus.

    + Knowledge of AS9100 standards.

     

    Work Environment

     

    Work is generally performed in an office environment with a focus on collaboration and innovation, utilizing advanced design and analysis tools to contribute to full lifecycle product development.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Austin, TX.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $85.00/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 Austin,TX.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Dec 4, 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.