Senior Mechanical Engineer

Actalent • Sturtevant, WI • 18h ago

Job Title: Senior Mechanical Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead and manage complex mechanical design projects for custom packaging machinery and systems. This role requires providing technical expertise, supporting cross-functional teams, and driving continuous improvement in design and manufacturing processes. The ideal candidate will possess a high-level engineering aptitude and experience in mechanical design, CAD, troubleshooting, and risk assessments. Pneumatics knowledge is a significant advantage.

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

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related field and 7+ years of experience; a master's degree is a plus.

Experience with manufacturing processes, industry standards, and regulations in packaging machinery.

Proficiency in Autodesk Inventor and Vault or equivalent software.

Experience in pneumatic system design.

Work Environment

This is an office-based position with the ability to confirm the status of parts in progress in the shop. While interacting with the shop, the employee may be exposed to fumes, heat, and airborne particles, with the noise level being moderately loud. Safety equipment such as safety glasses and safety toe work shoes is required during shop interactions.

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 Sturtevant,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 15, 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 (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.

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