Job Title: Project Engineer

Job Description

Responsible for engineering and project administration activities related to specific circuit breaker product families. Perform engineering analyses, including thermal, electromagnetic, dynamic, and structural, using experience applying basic engineering principles. Ensure compliance with specific ratings, product specifications, and standards requirements. Participate in cross-functional teams with Manufacturing, Quality, Marketing, and procurement functions. Perform methodical problem solving to assist in product line production. Support design activities, such as brainstorming, database management and development, design/peer reviews, and general analysis, including tolerance analysis, using experience with basic machine design. Ensure products meet requirements for Design for Manufacturing (DFM). Assist in root cause analysis by way of the 5 Why and Ishikawa processes.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering and project administration activities related to specific circuit breaker product families.
• Conduct engineering analyses, including thermal, electromagnetic, dynamic, and structural.
• Ensure compliance with specific ratings, product specifications, and standards requirements.
• Participate in cross-functional teams with Manufacturing, Quality, Marketing, and procurement functions.
• Engage in methodical problem solving to assist in product line production.
• Support design activities, including brainstorming, database management and development, design/peer reviews, and tolerance analysis.
• Ensure products meet requirements for Design for Manufacturing (DFM).
• Assist in root cause analysis using the 5 Why and Ishikawa processes.

Essential Skills

• Experience with FMEA, manufacturing processes, and root cause analysis.
• Proficiency in 3D modeling.
• Strong mechanical engineering and problem-solving principles.
• Expertise in GD&T, FEA, and other mechanical engineering analysis tools.
• Product development and testing experience.
• Experience testing against third-party standards, proposing tests, and determining success criteria.
• Continuous improvement mindset.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Degree or Bachelor’s in Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics Engineering, or similar.
• Ability to analyze complex problems and present proposals/solutions concisely.
• Experience in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, preferably with exposure to product development processes, testing and evaluation methods, codes, and standards.
• Knowledge of systems engineering, offer development, and product lifecycle.
• Experience with Creo and Windchill is a plus.
• Understanding of material properties, manufacturing processes, and design best practices.
• Ability to identify and assure the right design interfaces between mechanics and electronics.
• Knowledge of electronic, electric, and circuit analysis is a plus.
• 3-5 years in a high production manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Bill of Material (BOM) creation, modification, and documentation.

Work Environment

This role will be onsite in Cedar Rapids, supporting product development. The company is a nationwide organization that offers significant opportunities for growth and places a heavy emphasis on diversity and inclusion.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $50.00/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 Cedar Rapids,IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 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.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

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

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 process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $35 - $50