Mechanical Engineer

Job Title: Mechanical EngineerJob Description

This role offers an opportunity for a hands-on Mechanical Engineer to contribute to mechanical design and problem-solving in a close-knit, family-oriented manufacturing environment. You will apply your SolidWorks and mechanical engineering knowledge on the production floor, collaborating directly with workers to diagnose issues, improve tools and fixtures, and support continuous improvement across multiple departments.

Responsibilities

• Use SolidWorks and mechanical engineering principles to support mechanical design and problem-solving activities.

• Collaborate closely with production floor workers to understand issues, gather feedback, and implement practical engineering solutions.

• Visit areas such as the wax room, straightening department, and other production zones to observe processes and identify mechanical or tooling problems.

• Inspect tools and fixtures to determine root causes of issues and recommend or implement corrective actions.

• Use hand tools and equipment to assist in troubleshooting and improving mechanical components and fixtures.

• Support grinding fixture setup and learning processes in the straightening department and related areas.

• Read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings to ensure designs and tooling meet specifications.

• Participate actively in continuous improvement efforts by suggesting design enhancements and process optimizations.

• Communicate clearly with team members across engineering and production to ensure alignment on design changes and process updates.

Essential Skills

• Mechanical engineering background with experience or training in SolidWorks.

• Ability to perform mechanical design tasks and apply engineering principles in a manufacturing environment.

• Comfort working on the production floor and communicating directly with workers at all levels.

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.

• Willingness to perform hands-on work using hand tools and interacting with mechanical fixtures and equipment.

• Interest in working in a family-owned, close-knit environment rather than a large corporate setting.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Associate degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.

• Internship experience in mechanical engineering or manufacturing (preferred but not required).

• Experience or familiarity with castings and foundry-related processes.

• Experience working with mechanical fixtures, grinding fixtures, or straightening operations.

• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to identifying and resolving mechanical issues.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for collaborating with production and engineering teams.

Work Environment

You will work in a family-owned manufacturing and foundry environment that emphasizes a close-knit, supportive culture. The atmosphere is highly collaborative, with a strong sense of community and teamwork. The organization offers profit sharing for every employee and regularly hosts events such as pizza parties and company picnics that include employees and their families, reflecting a strong commitment to work-life balance and community. The role is hands-on and floor-focused, requiring frequent presence in production areas such as the wax room and straightening department, where you will work around tools, fixtures, castings, and other manufacturing equipment. You should feel comfortable getting your hands dirty, using hand tools, and moving between office and shop floor settings as needed.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Milwaukee, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $65000.00 - $85000.00/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 11, 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.

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