Product Engineer

Product Design Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Product Design Engineer to develop and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs) for both new and legacy products. This role involves hands-on product engineering and design using 3D CAD, as well as creating Excel macros and formulas to prepare BOM data for ERP system integration. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with IT and participate in cross-functional meetings to ensure the accurate and timely upload of data.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs) for new and legacy products.
• Perform product engineering and design using 3D CAD software.
• Create and utilize Excel macros and formulas to prepare BOM data for ERP system integration.
• Collaborate with IT to ensure accurate and timely data uploads into the ERP system.
• Participate in cross-functional meetings with design, engineering, and operations teams.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in Excel and Access, including the use of macros and formulas for data automation.
• Experience with 3D CAD software.
• 3–5 years of relevant experience with bill of material, data management, or ERP-related roles.
• Bachelor's or Associate's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Statistics, Analytics, Computer Science, or related discipline.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Familiarity with ERP systems is preferred.
• Experience with design and analysis of wood or aluminum products is ideal.
• Knowledge of Autodesk Inventor, FEA, GD&T, and 3D design.

Work Environment

This role is 100% desk-based, involving product design project work and organizing BOMs using Excel formula sheets. You will be part of a transformative project impacting multiple departments including manufacturing, quality, design, and IT. The work environment is collaborative, emphasizing hands-on problem solving and continuous improvement. A flexible schedule promotes work-life balance.

This is a Contract position based out of Dubuque, IA.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $42.00/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 Dubuque,IA.

This position is anticipated to close on May 8, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is 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

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000 extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

Salary : $25 - $42