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Actalent Job Description: Sr. Mechanical Engineer
We are seeking a Sr. Mechanical Engineer to lead and manage complex mechanical design projects for custom packaging machinery and systems. This role demands technical expertise in mechanical design, CAD, troubleshooting, and risk assessments, along with the ability to support cross-functional teams and drive continuous improvement in design and manufacturing processes. The ideal candidate will also be responsible for documentation, design reports, and manual writing.
Responsibilities
Lead detailed mechanical design projects for custom packaging machinery and systems. Provide technical support to the sales team in developing layout drawings and high-level quotes that meet engineering specifications. Collaborate with manufacturing teams to ensure designs are feasible and aligned with production capabilities; assist in selecting materials and processes. Offer technical guidance to aftermarket, service, and installation technicians, with potential for on-site support. Implement best practices for design for assembly, ensuring machinery is easy to assemble and maintain. Prepare and maintain engineering documentation, including specifications, design reports, and user manuals. Create mathematically verified concepts to resolve packaging challenges, including material analysis, stress/strain, vibration, and pneumatic expectations. Evaluate and select components that meet the technical and physical constraints outlined in project scopes. Design within safety constraints and conduct design risk assessments for verification and documentation. Design new or specialized integrations/modifications according to established specifications regarding size, capacities, and performance. Collaborate with engineering teams, project management, and key stakeholders to address and resolve manufacturing, design, and quality issues, ensuring continuous improvement of processes and methods. Lead design optimization projects to enhance overall design.
Essential Skills
High-level engineering aptitude. Experience in mechanical design. Proficiency in CAD software such as Autodesk Inventor. Ability to conduct troubleshooting and root cause analysis. Knowledge of mechanical components, pneumatics, GD&T, conveyor systems, hydraulic systems, and sensor technology.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field with 7+ years of experience; a master’s degree is a plus. Experience with manufacturing processes, industry standards, and regulations in packaging machinery. Familiarity with sanitary design concepts for food production and packaging machines is preferred. Experience in pneumatic system design is a plus.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $45.67 - $50.48/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 Mt Pleasant,WI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 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.
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. Seniority level
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Senior Mechanical Engineer
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Actalent 1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
Senior Mechanical Engineer
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Actalent Job Description: Sr. Mechanical Engineer
We are seeking a Sr. Mechanical Engineer to lead and manage complex mechanical design projects for custom packaging machinery and systems. This role demands technical expertise in mechanical design, CAD, troubleshooting, and risk assessments, along with the ability to support cross-functional teams and drive continuous improvement in design and manufacturing processes. The ideal candidate will also be responsible for documentation, design reports, and manual writing.
Responsibilities
Lead detailed mechanical design projects for custom packaging machinery and systems. Provide technical support to the sales team in developing layout drawings and high-level quotes that meet engineering specifications. Collaborate with manufacturing teams to ensure designs are feasible and aligned with production capabilities; assist in selecting materials and processes. Offer technical guidance to aftermarket, service, and installation technicians, with potential for on-site support. Implement best practices for design for assembly, ensuring machinery is easy to assemble and maintain. Prepare and maintain engineering documentation, including specifications, design reports, and user manuals. Create mathematically verified concepts to resolve packaging challenges, including material analysis, stress/strain, vibration, and pneumatic expectations. Evaluate and select components that meet the technical and physical constraints outlined in project scopes. Design within safety constraints and conduct design risk assessments for verification and documentation. Design new or specialized integrations/modifications according to established specifications regarding size, capacities, and performance. Collaborate with engineering teams, project management, and key stakeholders to address and resolve manufacturing, design, and quality issues, ensuring continuous improvement of processes and methods. Lead design optimization projects to enhance overall design.
Essential Skills
High-level engineering aptitude. Experience in mechanical design. Proficiency in CAD software such as Autodesk Inventor. Ability to conduct troubleshooting and root cause analysis. Knowledge of mechanical components, pneumatics, GD&T, conveyor systems, hydraulic systems, and sensor technology.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field with 7+ years of experience; a master’s degree is a plus. Experience with manufacturing processes, industry standards, and regulations in packaging machinery. Familiarity with sanitary design concepts for food production and packaging machines is preferred. Experience in pneumatic system design is a plus.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $45.67 - $50.48/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 Mt Pleasant,WI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 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.
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. Seniority level
Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
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