Mechanical Engineer

We are seeking a dedicated Mechanical Engineer to perform in-depth analysis of failed warranty parts, subjecting components and vehicles to test conditions to recreate failures and simulate possible causes and influences. The role involves identifying product defects related to design, manufacturing, or sales/service influences, and carrying out investigations to identify root causes. You will be responsible for technical writing, documentation, and reporting, presenting summaries to quality management. This position requires communication with suppliers, design, and service teams to support problem investigation and resolution, facilitating appropriate problem containment, and supporting cost recovery efforts.

• Analyze failed warranty parts and simulate possible causes.
• Identify product defects and conduct root cause investigations.
• Perform technical writing, documentation, and reporting.
• Present findings to quality management.
• Communicate with suppliers, design, and service teams.
• Facilitate problem containment with responsible departments.
• Support cost recovery efforts through analysis of warranty data.
• Engage in hands-on work inside vehicles and in test labs.

• Quality engineering
• Mechanical engineering
• Quality assurance
• Root cause analysis
• Technical documentation
• Bachelor's degree in electrical, electronic, electrical technology, mechanical engineering, or equivalent related work experience
• 0-6 years of experience based on education

• Ability to investigate technical problems and derive conclusions
• Analytical approach to root cause analysis
• Mechanical aptitude for disassembling and reassembling warranty parts

The work environment includes office and testing areas, with no manufacturing involved. The role involves a balance of 50% hands-on work inside vehicles and in test labs. The position is contract to hire, offering opportunities for growth and development within the company.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Anna, OH.

The pay range for this position is $36.00 - $36.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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)

This is a fully onsite position in Anna,OH.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 7, 2026.

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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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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