Senior Mechanical Engineer
We are seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join a growing engineering team responsible for the design, development, analysis, and validation of innovative electro-mechanical products. This position offers the opportunity to work on products from initial concept through manufacturing release while playing a key role in product innovation, technical leadership, and continuous improvement initiatives.
The ideal candidate will bring strong experience with SolidWorks, injection molded plastics, sheet metal design, electro-mechanical packaging, and product development in a manufacturing environment.
Location: Melville, NY
Salary: $115,000 - $130,000
Key Responsibilities
Product Design & Development
Lead the design, analysis, and development of mechanical components, assemblies, and systems from concept through production.
Create detailed assembly drawings, part drawings, and engineering documentation.
Develop and present multiple design concepts to engineering teams and stakeholders.
Design for manufacturability, assembly, reliability, and cost optimization.
Engineering Analysis & Validation
Conduct FEA (Finite Element Analysis) and DFMEA/FMEA activities to improve product performance and reliability.
Develop and execute testing and validation plans.
Analyze product performance and implement design improvements.
Evaluate finished products to ensure compliance with specifications, quality standards, and customer requirements.
Documentation & Process Improvement
Collaborate with Document Control to create and maintain:
2D drawings
Bills of Materials (BOMs)
Engineering Change Orders (ECOs)
Engineering documentation packages
Prepare engineering reports, performance analyses, and technical recommendations.
Continuously improve engineering processes, workflows, and design standards.
Manufacturing & Cross-Functional Support
Partner with Manufacturing, Quality, and Engineering teams to support product releases and production activities.
Review fabrication, assembly, and installation processes to ensure successful product implementation.
Support troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and design optimization efforts.
Research emerging technologies and recommend new tools, processes, and design solutions.
Technical Leadership
Mentor and support junior engineers.
Provide technical guidance and leadership on engineering projects.
Manage multiple projects and priorities while ensuring timely delivery of design objectives.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
5+ years of mechanical engineering experience.
Proficiency with SolidWorks for design and analysis.
Strong experience with:
Mechanical design
Injection molded plastic part design
Sheet metal design
Electro-mechanical packaging
High-volume manufacturing environments
Experience conducting:
FEA (Finite Element Analysis)
DFMEA/FMEA
Design Validation Testing
Strong understanding of:
GD&T
Product lifecycle management
Design for Manufacturability (DFM)
Engineering documentation and drafting standards
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with PCB layout and electronics packaging.
Experience designing consumer products and electro-mechanical devices.
Knowledge of regulatory compliance and validation testing methods.
Experience supporting new product development from concept through production.
Strong background in automated and manual assembly processes.
What We're Looking For
Strong design and analytical problem-solving skills.
Ability to take ownership of projects from concept through product launch.
Collaborative team player who enjoys working across multiple disciplines.
Passion for innovation, product development, and continuous improvement.
Technical leader who can mentor others while remaining hands-on in design and development activities.
Why Join Us?
Growth & Advancement
Strong opportunities for career advancement and leadership development.
Exposure to a variety of new product development projects.
Potential growth opportunities across multiple company locations nationwide.
Collaborative Engineering Culture
Forward-thinking, employee-focused organization.
Innovative and progressive work environment.
Cross-functional collaboration with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams.
Work Environment
Modern Long Island engineering facility.
Flexible first-shift schedule (typically 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM).
On-site cafeteria.
Supportive team environment focused on innovation and employee development.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Melville, NY.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $115000.00 - $130000.00/yr.
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.
Comprehensive benefits include: Medical, dental, and vision insurance programs 401K plans with employer-matching contributions Tuition reimbursement PTO Paid holidays Volunteer time off For more information about benefits, please go to: https://careers.leviton.com/benefits
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Melville,NY.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 31, 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.
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.
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