What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanical Engineer position at Actalent?
Job Description
We are seeking a passionate Sr. Mechanical Engineer who thrives in a hands-on, fast-paced environment and enjoys being part of a cohesive engineering team. Our projects range from complete vehicle engineering and builds to cutting-edge computer vision and machine learning applications in AgTech and Industrial Automation. We also work on aerospace mechanical and control systems, connected car and vehicle telematics, and large battery systems. This role offers an opportunity to design, engineer, and test innovative projects with a rapid completion timeline, allowing for diverse and exciting work throughout the year.
Responsibilities
- Design and engineer projects in-house, ensuring high-quality outcomes.
- Test designs and oversee complete vehicle engineering and builds.
- Collaborate on computer vision and machine learning applications in AgTech and Industrial Automation.
- Work on aerospace mechanical and control systems, connected car and vehicle telematics, and large battery systems.
- Complete projects efficiently within weeks or months, maintaining high standards of excellence.
- Engage in cross-functional teamwork to deliver exceptional products for clients ranging from startups to Fortune 500 firms.
- Proficiency in mechanical design and SolidWorks.
- Experience with sheet metal, GD&T, and new product development.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering required, Master's or higher preferred.
- Minimum of 5 years of direct engineering experience in the automotive industry and/or engineering services.
- Formula SAE Team Lead experience preferred.
- Generalist involvement in systems-level design with cross-functional team experience.
- Ability to multi-task while maintaining quality, timing, and budget constraints.
- Experience in planning, managing, and coordinating multidisciplinary engineering efforts.
- Past experience in a startup or small business environment.
- Strong communication skills to connect with clients and project teams.
The position involves working in both a shop floor and office setting. We offer a flexible work environment with unique perks, including access to shop space and tools for personal projects. The team enjoys a Monday-Thursday 4/10 work week, along with company-wide profit sharing, high-quality insurance plans, 401k match, and generous paid vacation time.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Gardena, California.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $125000.00 - $130000.00/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 Gardena,CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 3, 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 actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
Salary : $125,000 - $130,000