Mechanical Engineer

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer Job Description This Mechanical Engineer role leads both Mechanical Engineering and Machining teams in a dynamic manufacturing environment. You oversee the full product development lifecycle-from concept and design through prototyping, testing, manufacturing, implementation, and validation-ensuring components meet customer requirements. You provide hands-on technical leadership, guide continuous improvement, and collaborate closely with operations staff on the shop floor to resolve design and process challenges. Responsibilities + Lead the Mechanical Engineering and Machining teams by assigning workloads, managing projects, and ensuring deadlines and objectives are consistently achieved. + Train, mentor, and develop team members to support continuous improvement, technical excellence, and professional growth. + Participate in required meetings, presentations, and virtual collaboration sessions during core working hours of 6:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. CST. + Manage the complete product development lifecycle, including design, development, prototyping, testing, manufacturing, implementation, and validation of mechanical components to meet customer requirements. + Provide technical expertise and subject matter guidance to resolve product design, manufacturing, and process-related challenges in a production environment. + Create and maintain accurate 3D models, engineering drawings, and technical documentation using CAD software such as SolidWorks. + Utilize CAM software to develop efficient manufacturing processes and support production requirements for machining operations. + Design tools and fixtures that improve manufacturability, quality, and throughput on CNC machines and other production equipment. + Apply GD&T principles to ensure proper tolerancing, fit, and function of components and assemblies. + Collaborate with shop floor operations staff to troubleshoot issues, optimize machining processes, and enhance overall manufacturing performance. + Use strong project management skills to plan, prioritize, and track engineering activities and deliverables. + Communicate effectively across engineering, machining, and operations teams to align expectations and drive successful project outcomes. Essential Skills + Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering. + Experience in an engineering role within a manufacturing environment. + Demonstrated experience working on the shop floor with operations staff to assist in solving manufacturing and process issues. + Strong communication skills to clearly convey technical information and collaborate with cross-functional teams. + Excellent organizational skills to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines. + Proficiency in mechanical and manufacturing engineering principles. + Hands-on experience with tool and fixture design for production environments. + Ability to design and support machining operations, including CNC machining. + Proficiency with CAD software, specifically SolidWorks, for 3D modeling and engineering drawings. + Experience using CAM software to develop and optimize manufacturing processes. + Working knowledge of GD&T to create and interpret detailed engineering drawings. + Project management capabilities to lead engineering and machining initiatives from concept through implementation. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Experience in tooling and fixture design to support efficient and repeatable manufacturing. + Ability to support continuous improvement initiatives within engineering and production. + Comfort leading and mentoring engineering and machining personnel. + Strong problem-solving skills for addressing product design, manufacturing, and process-related challenges. + Interest in contributing to a growing organization with significant expansion plans over the next several years. Work Environment The role operates in both office and production settings, offering a blend of engineering design work and hands-on collaboration on the shop floor. You participate in in-person and virtual meetings, presentations, and collaboration sessions during standard working hours of 6:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. CST. The environment includes exposure to machining operations, CNC equipment, and manufacturing processes, requiring close coordination with operations staff and production teams. Attire is typically suitable for an engineering office with appropriate accommodations for time spent in the manufacturing area. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Milwaukee, WI. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $45.00/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) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Milwaukee,WI. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 25, 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. 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