Job Title: Mechanical Designer - Project Engineer
Job Description
We are seeking a highly skilled Mechanical Designer - Project Engineer with a passion for engineering excellence. This role involves developing innovative solutions to complex technical problems, collaborating with various stakeholders, and managing multiple projects simultaneously. The successful candidate will mentor a team, utilize advanced design software, and ensure high standards of quality, cost, and timeline adherence.
Responsibilities
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Build collaborative partnerships with both internal and external stakeholders.
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Evaluate customer specifications and develop solutions to technical problems.
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Provide budget and timeline estimations for design and manufacturing.
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Lead a team of 2-5 Design Engineers on multiple projects concurrently.
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Manage workloads utilizing both on-site and offshore staff.
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Mentor and coach team members to enhance their engineering capabilities.
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Utilize CREO to design mechanical aspects of powertrain and component test systems.
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Use CREO Simulate to analyze designs for durability and cost optimization.
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Conduct or oversee formal design reviews.
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Perform analysis and initiate problem resolution and cost reduction activities.
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Create and check detailed prints for production.
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Support the assembly and build process of test systems.
Essential Skills
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Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering.
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3+ years of relevant design experience.
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High proficiency with CREO (or similar)
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Strong technical and analytical skills.
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Strong communication skills.
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Pro-active, flexible, and creative mindset.
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Self-starter with multitasking skills to optimize results under quality, cost, and timeline constraints.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
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Hands-on mechanical aptitude
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Any exposure to mechanical test engineering
Work Environment
This position involves working in a dynamic environment that requires collaboration across various teams and stakeholders. The use of advanced design software such as CREO is essential. You will be part of a team that values innovation, quality, and efficiency. The role requires a proactive approach to problem-solving and a commitment to continuous improvement.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $45.00/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 Chillicothe,IL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 3, 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.
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