Mechanical Product Engineer

The Mechanical Product Engineer is responsible for engineering innovative equipment and fabrications that meet customer requirements while ensuring functionality, manufacturability, and cost-effectiveness. This role requires cross-functional collaboration with the Project Management, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain teams to deliver exceptional equipment from ideation to production.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and enhance new and existing products/product lines.
• Analyze market trends, customer requirements, and feedback to develop product concepts in 3D CAD.
• Evaluate and recommend specifications and ensure products meet the technical and functional requirements.
• Recommend and follow reliable, efficient, and cost-effective procedures.
• Create technical drawings and designs that are manufacturable and provide installation drawings and supporting documentation for easy installation in the field.
• Perform feasibility, functional, and quality testing of designs.
• Work closely with other engineers to align designs with production capabilities and compliance standards and ensure project milestones and timelines are met.

• Proficiency in 3D CAD software, preferably AutoDesk Inventor.
• Experience with PDM Software, preferably AutoDesk Vault.
• Strong understanding of materials, manufacturing processes, and production techniques, specifically in steel and sheet metal manufacturing environments.
• Strong organizational, critical thinking, communication, and people skills.
• Ability to manage and execute on multiple tasks, deadlines, and priorities.

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent experience.
• 5 years of related product design experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Skilled communicator, both verbal and written, with the ability to protect confidential and sensitive employee information.
• Drive to further build and develop engineering processes as the company continues to evolve.
• Ability to accommodate periodic weekend or evening work when expected.

The work environment is open to remote or hybrid candidates, providing flexibility and an opportunity to work in diverse facets of engineering. The company is growing steadily, offering upward mobility and a great place to gain experience in a variety of products.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Topeka, Kansas.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $70981.00 - $110000.00/yr.

We’re equally committed to creating an excellent employment experience for our team members. We work hard to hire and develop great people and build relationships, and we pride ourselves on our culture of safety and quality. We also aim to ensure that the programs and services we offer our team are among the best in the business. We offer competitive salaries, 401k, and health benefits as well as company holidays and competitive time-off plans.

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Topeka,KS.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 31, 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 : $70,981 - $110,000