Project Engineer

For immediate consideration, please email resume to jonukwugha@actalentservices.com! I will be conducting the phone screen for this role!

Job Title: NDE - Project Engineer

Job Description

This role involves providing technical and administrative support to the NDE engineering team, facilitating the processing and delivery of inspection tools, analyzing NDE data, and managing inspector assignments and progress. The position coordinates inspection assignments and ensures timely progress, while also handling vendor communications and verifying delivery requirements. The R&D Lab aims to create a universal inspection method for Aerospace parts across the industry using non-destructive evaluation techniques such as Eddy Current, Ultrasonic, and Borescope.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical and inventory support to NDE Managers, Engineers, or Scientists for commercial and military engines.
• Prepare parts for fluorescent penetrant inspection (FPI), clean parts post-inspection, package parts, and prepare inspection documentation.
• Coordinate inspection assignments and track inspector results.
• Request quotes from vendors, monitor progress to meet schedule requirements, and verify delivery requirements are met.
• Support training and auditing of NDT systems and establish NDT and quality systems.
• Communicate effectively with all levels of management and internal and external customers.
• Utilize root cause and process control tools.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) or equivalent.
• 5 years of industry experience as a Mechanical Engineer.
• Proficiency in Excel and SAP.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Experience with training and auditing NDT systems.
• Knowledge of aerospace manufacturing operations.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering.
• Experience in measurement/instrumentation, design, and report writing.
• Ability to work independently and in production and overhaul environments.
• Experience supporting cross-functional groups.
• Background in establishing NDT methods.

Work Environment

The position is full-time onsite at the East Hartford campus, within a dynamic group that frequently changes priorities. The environment is structured and process-driven, and there is an opportunity to transition to a permanent role. Employees enjoy five days of PTO per year, six paid holidays, and overtime pay at 1.5 times the regular rate for hours worked over 40 per week. The role offers a rewarding experience by contributing to flight safety and innovative advancements in the Aerospace industry.

This is a Contract position based out of East Hartford, CT.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/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 East Hartford,CT.

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 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.

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 : $25 - $30