Mechanical Engineer

Actalent • Slidell, LA • 4d ago

Mechanical Engineer

Job Description

Join a dynamic team of Mechanical, Electrical, and Software Engineers to perform hardware engineering activities. Develop imaginative and effective technical solutions to complex Mechanical Engineering problems. Contribute to concept development, prototyping, production, and testing support.

Responsibilities

Perform detailed design of mechanical structures and subsystems using solid modeling, requirements analysis, trade studies, mechanical engineering analysis including structural, dynamics, and thermal, drafting and tolerance analysis, and human interface design.

Prepare high-quality formal engineering documentation such as drawings, specifications, design presentations to customers, test plans, and test reports.

Support proposal activities by providing input to cost estimates and risk assessments.

Brief peers, management, and customers on design considerations and program status.

Essential Skills

Requirements analysis

Mechanical engineering

Finite Element Analysis (FEA)

Vibration analysis

Proficiency in performing hand calculations

CAD, AutoCAD, and SolidWorks proficiency

2+ years of Mechanical Engineering and Design experience

BS Degree in Mechanical Engineering OR aerospace engineering

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Effective presentation skills

Solid knowledge of Microsoft Office products

Ability to operate and lead in a team environment

Experience with mechanism development, static/dynamic/structural hand calculations, prototyping, and performance specifications

Familiarity with computer-aided design tools; SolidWorks and AutoCAD preferred

Experience in designing tests for military environmental, shock, and vibration qualifications

Ability to obtain a security clearance

Work Environment

The position operates on a 9/80 schedule, providing every other Friday off. Work takes place in a state-of-the-art facility with ample resources for training and growth. The environment includes lab, shop floor, and office settings. Located in Slidell, LA, where the ARV is being manufactured and tested. Work involves designing and developing test and simulation hardware and software for Electronic Warfare applications, requiring high fidelity software and hardware design.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Slidell, LA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $90.00/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 Slidell,LA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 27, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

Hiring diverse talent

Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we've helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC-with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

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