Job Title: Mechanical EngineerJob Description

The Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for designing new automation and integration solutions that enhance manufacturing process efficiencies through advanced technologies. Responsibilities include designing custom machinery with a focus on automation equipment, presenting designs, communicating effectively with external vendors, developing equipment layouts and subassemblies, evaluating and improving solution designs with an emphasis on robotics and automation, creating innovative mechatronic systems, developing advanced technology platforms, documenting product requirements, interfacing with the team for new product development from concept to production, maintaining effective communication with the cross-functional team and partners, resolving complex issues, and bringing a department-wide perspective to technical decisions.

Hard Skills

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Technology

• Machine design experience in SolidWorks (preferably 3+ years)

• Experience working directly with customers and cross-functional teams

• Problem solving skills / Troubleshooting

• Ability to travel (up to 15% but typically about 10% - to customer sites mainly in Michigan and Indiana)

Soft Skills

• Effective communication

• Ability to resolve complex issues efficiently and effectively

• Capability to maintain high-level communications with cross-functional teams

Job Type

This is a Contract-to-Hire position with a duration of 12 Month(s).

Work Site

This is a fully on-site position in Benton Harbor, Michigan.

Work Environment

This role is part of a specialized company focused on the design and manufacture of automation systems that improve operating efficiencies and production, leading to increased customer profits and market share expansion. The engineering team consists of 5 members. The typical work week is 45 hours with some local travel required within Michigan and Indiana.

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.

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