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Systems Engineer

We are seeking a Systems Engineer to lead the development of complex electro-mechanical systems, including large cabinet-based solutions housing servers, networking equipment, cabling, displays, consoles, and communication systems. This role works directly with customers to define requirements, develop system architectures, coordinate cross-functional engineering efforts, and support products from concept through production. The ideal candidate is a hands-on engineer who thrives in a collaborative, small-team environment and can bridge mechanical, electrical, and software disciplines.

Collaborate with customers to gather, define, and manage system requirements.

Translate customer needs into detailed technical specifications and system architectures.

Lead systems engineering activities including requirements management, trade studies, risk assessment, and design reviews.

Work closely with mechanical, electrical, and software teams to develop integrated system solutions and prototypes.

Support hardware and software integration, testing, validation, and troubleshooting.

Manage requirements traceability using tools such as DOORS or equivalent platforms.

Define and document system functionality, architecture, and design decisions.

Support production, installation, customer support, and lifecycle upgrades.

Contribute to proposal development, cost estimating, configuration management, and obsolescence planning.

Ensure compliance with performance, quality, environmental, and customer requirements.

Bachelor's degree in Systems, Electrical, Mechanical, or Software Engineering.

• 6+ years of systems engineering experience with complex electro-mechanical products.
• Experience working with hardware systems including servers, racks, enclosures, cabling, connectors, and networked equipment.
• Experience collaborating across mechanical, electrical, and software engineering teams.
• Hands-on experience with system testing, validation, and problem resolution.
• Strong communication, organization, and customer-facing skills.
• Ability to work independently and wear multiple hats in a fast-paced engineering environment.

Experience with ruggedized systems, cabinets, consoles, displays, and GUI-based applications.

Background in defense, aerospace, medical device, capital equipment, or other mission-critical industries.

Experience with video distribution, signal processing, and display technologies.

Experience with configuration management, environmental qualification testing, and project planning.

Knowledge of copper, fiber, and data/video transmission systems.

This role is based in a collaborative engineering and laboratory setting focused on advanced information and communication systems. Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Burnsville, MN.

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.

available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision

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)

Employee Assistance Program

Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Burnsville, MN.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Oct 26, 2026.

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.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.

adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability,

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

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