Job Title: Mechanical Engineer

Job Description

The Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for designing custom automated equipment mainly for the packaging industry, as well as supporting batch processing equipment, general manufacturing equipment, and robotic equipment. This position requires effective communication and collaboration with customers and various team members. You will play a critical role in designing, developing, and implementing mechanical systems for industrial automation projects, providing solutions that meet client-specific needs. While most customers are local, there may be occasional overnight travel up to 5%. As part of a small but growing team, this role offers the opportunity to experience being part of a growing company, with potential career progression into Project Management or Applications Engineering roles.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and detail custom machine systems.
• Design and develop end-of-arm tooling for robotic systems.
• Specify proper sensors, actuators, and motors as part of the mechanical design.
• Collaborate with project managers, electrical engineers, and other stakeholders to define project requirements and scope.
• Calculate force requirements as well as loads and demands for servos and motors.
• Calculate hydraulic and pneumatic force requirements.
• Design hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Conduct testing and commissioning of systems to ensure proper functionality and performance.
• Provide technical support during installation, startup, and ongoing operation.
• Provide documentation including detail drawings and Bill of Materials (BOMs) for completed projects.
• Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies to continuously improve mechanical systems.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience designing automated equipment.
• Proficiency in Inventor.
• Experience with Engineer-to-Order (ETO) processes.
• Experience in project management and application engineering.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in Applications Engineering or Project Management.
• Tool and die background.

Work Environment

The team just moved to a new location in Niles, MI due to outgrowing their previous building. The team consists of 8 people and plans to grow in engineering in 2025 and 2026. The typical workweek is 45 hours. The business has been growing rapidly since 2020. The role offers 10 days of PTO, 6 standard holidays, and access to Udemy after 6 months of employment. The role reports to the owner and allows for some flexibility in pay depending on the candidate's experience.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $33.66 - $38.46/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 Niles,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 21, 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 : $34 - $38