What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanical Engineer position at Actalent?
Description
• Responsible for engineering and project administration activities related to specific circuit breaker product families. • Perform engineering analyses, including thermal, electromagnetic, dynamic, and structural, using experience applying basic engineering principles. • Ensure compliance with specific ratings, product specifications, and standards requirements. • Participate in cross-functional teams with Manufacturing, Quality, Marketing, and procurement functions. • Perform methodical problem solving to assist in product line production • Support design activities, such as brainstorming, database management and development, design/peer reviews, and general analysis, including tolerance analysis, using experience with basic machine design. • Ensure products meet requirements for Design for Manufacturing (DFM). • Assist in root cause analysis by way of the 5 Why and Ishikawa processes
Skills
FMEA, manufacturing process, root cause analysis, 3D modeling, continuous improvement, fea, gd&t, creo
Top Skills Details
FMEA,manufacturing process,root cause analysis,3D modeling
Additional Skills & Qualifications
• Degree or Bachelor’s in Electrical / Mechanical / Mechatronics Engineering (or similar) • Ability to analyze complex problems and present proposals/solutions in a concise manner to a diverse audience. • Experience on Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, preferably with exposure to product development processes, testing and evaluation methods, codes & standards • Knowledge of systems engineering, offer development, and product lifecycle • Experience with Creo and Windchill is a plus • Understand material properties, manufacturing processes and design best practices. • Identify and assure the right design interfaces between mechanics and electronics. • Electronic, electric, circuit analysis knowledge is a plus. Must have 3-5 years in a high production manufacturing environment Must have knowledge of: -Design for Manufacturing (DFM) -Bill of Material (BOM) creation, modification, and documentation
Experience Level
Intermediate Level
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cedar Rapids, IA.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $35.00 - $50.00/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)
This is a fully onsite position in Cedar Rapids,IA.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Jun 12, 2026.
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.
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Salary : $35 - $50