Senior Mechanical Engineer

Actalent • Rockledge, FL • 3h ago

Description

The Mechanical Engineer will lead the design, development, and manufacturing of process equipment and systems for modular, mobile gas-to-methanol chemical plants and related industrial systems. This role involves translating chemical process designs into fully detailed mechanical designs, creating 3D models, and overseeing the transition from proto@types to scalable, manufacturable products. The ideal candidate will have a hands-on approach, expertise in mechanical assembly, and a deep understanding of manufacturing processes.

Key Responsibilities

Provide engineering support, documentation, and design for manufacturing input to assist both the manufacturing and engineering teams.

Review mechanical and electrical system and sub-system designs to improve design for manufacturing and support manufacturing personnel with drawings, materials, procedures, and control of equipment and materials.

Design and develop process equipment including mechanical/structural components such as vessels, piping, and heat exchangers.

Create and review 3D models, detailed manufacturing drawings, assembly instructions, and work closely with fabrication and assembly teams.

Translate P&IDs and process flow diagrams into efficient, repeatable fabrication and assembly workflows.

Drive process excellence by designing SOPs, work instructions, and assembly guides for technicians and contractors.

Specify and source tools, fixtures, and jigs to improve build accuracy, reduce cycle time, and support scalable manufacturing.

Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for manufacturing defects or deviations.

Ensure compliance with quality, safety, and engineering standards such as ASME, NEC, and OSHA.

Coordinate factory acceptance testing, track components through their lifecycle, and collaborate with vendors to improve quality and reliability.

Work with leadership to define detailed product specifications and perform design trade-offs to balance cost and performance.

Identify opportunities for cost reduction through mass manufacturing (design for manufacturing) and standardization.

Provide technical mentorship and lead interdisciplinary collaboration across engineering, procurement, and production teams.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience with modular manufacturing and chemical processing system design.

5+ years of experience in mechanical design and manufacturing engineering, preferably in processing equipment or industrial systems.

Experience in a Mechanical Engineering role with an emphasis on design and manufacturing with hands-on involvement in shop floor production

Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems and data management tools like Autodesk Vault.

Strong presentation and communication skills with experience creating drawings, documentation, work instructions, diagrams, and involvement drafting and developing manufacturing procedures.

Prior leadership or mentoring experience.

Forklift certification or ability to obtain.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Rockledge, FL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $48.00 - $67.00/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 Rockledge,FL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 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 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 process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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