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Design Engineer

Actalent, Florida, NY, United States


Job Title
Mechanical Design Engineer

Overview
Responsible for defining requirements, designing, analyzing, sourcing, and testing electric motors, either permanent magnet or induction, used in gas turbine engines. The role may also involve supporting the integration of third‑party motors and controllers for test applications.

Responsibilities

Develop motor and system requirements using electromagnetic and engine system knowledge.

Conduct motor and generator design, analysis, and documentation.

Participate in system‑level trade studies with cross‑functional teams.

Assist with optimization of motor and system designs.

Create and support 3D CAD models and product definitions.

Coordinate with suppliers to source prototype and production hardware.

Support testing, qualification, and integration with test rigs and hardware.

Perform additional duties as needed.

Essential Skills

Motor design experience

Experience with 2D/3D electromagnetic design tools

Proficiency in 3D CAD and product definition

Experience specifying off‑the‑shelf motors, generators, inverters, and test equipment

System‑level design experience

Hands‑on experience with test rig design and testing

Familiarity with MATLAB and/or Python

Experience creating requirements and analysis documentation

Engineering degree

5+ years of relevant experience

Job Type & Location
Contract to Hire, Jupiter, FL

Pay And Benefits
The pay range for this position is $62.50 – $74.52/hr.

Benefits

Medical, dental & vision

Critical illness, accident & hospital

401(k) retirement plan – pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available

Life insurance (voluntary life & AD&D for 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
Hybrid

Application Deadline
May 1, 2026

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

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

Equal Opportunity Employer
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

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