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Mechanical Test Engineer
Job Description
This Mechanical Engineer role supports the testing and validation of electric motors in a highly regulated environment. The position is focused on motor testing, fixture and test stand design.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities include designing and building test equipment, conducting hands-on testing, analyzing results, troubleshooting issues, creating 2D manufacturing drawings from 3D CAD models, and applying GD&T principles. The engineer will work closely with cross-functional teams while documenting test procedures, results, and findings.
Key Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering
- 3–5 years of mechanical or test engineering experience
- Experience with motor testing, fixture design, and dynamometer testing
- Strong GD&T knowledge and CAD experience
- Hands-on experience with mechanical assemblies, testing, and troubleshooting
Work Environment 100% onsite in a hands-on engineering and test environment
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Niles, IL.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $45.00 - $60.00/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 TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Niles,IL.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Aug 6, 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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.
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 : $45 - $60