Job Description
As a Mechanical Engineer, you will be responsible for performing application work such as creating drawings, schematics, weight studies, and bills of materials (BOM). You will identify when engineering support is necessary to ensure a quality product. Your role will involve creating electrical and hydraulic schematics to interface internally built equipment with OEM supplied chassis. You will analyze customer technical requirements and coordinate with various departments to determine the most appropriate solutions, presenting these design solutions to customers. Additionally, you will communicate customer requirements and troubleshoot issues as they arise, providing product support and utilizing other technical personnel as needed. Participation in continuous improvement initiatives is also expected.
Responsibilities
Perform application work including drawings, schematics, weight studies, and BOMs.Identify when engineering support is necessary and obtain it to ensure product quality.Create electrical and hydraulic schematics to interface equipment with OEM chassis.Analyze customer technical requirements and coordinate to determine solutions.Present design solutions to customers.Communicate customer requirements and troubleshoot issues.Provide product support and utilize other technical personnel as needed.Participate in continuous improvement initiatives.Essential Skills
Mechanical design experience.Proficiency in AutoCAD and SolidWorks.Experience with bills of materials (BOMs).Design for production experience.Understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing).Personable with strong interpersonal skills.Additional Skills & Qualifications
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (BSME).Experience with MS Office - Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint.Entry-level candidates must have internship experience with BOMs.Experience with SolidWorks or similar 3D software.Work Environment
The work environment is typical of a manufacturing setting, with time spent both in the office and on the manufacturing floor, approximately 10% of the time, working closely with production and manufacturing engineers to make equipment adjustments. The culture is supportive, with a rotation program for engineers to gain experience across different product lifecycle stages. The team consists of over 50 individuals, including drafters, designers, technologists, and engineers. The dress code is casual, allowing jeans and a polo. The standard working hours are Monday to Friday, from 8 AM to 5 PM.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $38.00 - $42.00/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 Detroit,MI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 19, 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.
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