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Actalent Mechanical Engineer in Sturtevant, Wisconsin
Mechanical Engineer
Are you passionate about mechanical engineering and design? Do you love solving technical problems and creating innovative solutions? If you have a knack for understanding how things work and enjoy translating concepts into functional models, drawings, and parts, you might be the perfect fit for our team of like-minded engineers. We thrive on inventing clever solutions for our customers.
We develop highly sophisticated test machinery to test complex products such as transmissions, drive train components, hydraulic pumps, motors, and valves after they are assembled. Our team consists of some of the most experienced and brightest minds in the industry. Our customers rely on us to solve their most difficult manufacturing challenges, and we are looking for smart people to help them.
Primary Responsibilities:
65% Mechanical Design of Custom Systems
Design in SolidWorks
Work with lead engineers to develop innovative mechanical designs
Collaborate with customers to solve production problems
Research and specify “off the shelf” components
Create assembly and detail drawings
Design and detail custom machined components
Complete bill of materials for part ordering
Develop expertise in material and labor costs for strategic applications
Participate in reviews of designs
Perform system cycle time, load, and spatial analysis
Develop system sequence of operation to meet production requirements
Control and maintain mechanical design budgets and schedules
35% Support Assembly and Debug
Validate parts are correct to design upon receipt and organize for assembly
Work with machine shops and fabricators
Support shop technicians during assembly
Debug mechanisms after assembly
Develop relationships with vendors and fabricators
Technical Skills and Education Required:
BS in Mechanical Engineering or 5+ years equivalent work experience, ideally in automation
Good working knowledge of hydraulics and hydraulic components is desirable, but not required
PC proficiency in MS Word, Excel, AutoCAD, SolidWorks
Behavioral Skills Required:
Positive attitude, must work well with others
Ability to articulate ideas concisely
Ability to manage multiple priorities
Detail-oriented and well-organized
Willingness to sometimes work late to ensure team success
Takes pride in how others feel about your work
Ability to build respect among peers and team members
Ability to foster ownership of system design among the assembly team
Key Measurements:
Performance to budget
Performance to schedule
Designs working first time, system assembly – bolt up properly
Positive feedback from customers, sales personnel, and execution team
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $95000.00 - $110000.00
• 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 Sturtevant,WI.
Application Deadline
This position will be accepting applications until Dec 7, 2024.
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.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
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 process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.