Mechanical Engineer

Actalent • Loves Park, IL • 3h ago

Job Title: Mechanical EngineerJob Description

Responsible for the design, development, and implementation of industrial equipment, machinery safety systems, and fuel train assemblies used in combustion and process heating applications.

Responsibilities

Design mechanical systems, assemblies, weldments, and components for industrial machinery and combustion applications.

Develop and review fuel train systems, including valves, regulators, pressure switches, piping layouts, and control components.

Ensure designs comply with applicable standards and regulations, including OSHA, ANSI, and applicable local codes.

Perform machine risk assessments and incorporate safeguarding solutions into equipment designs.

Create detailed engineering drawings, schematics, bills of materials (BOMs), routings P&IDs, and technical documentation.

Collaborate with electrical, controls, manufacturing, and field service teams to develop integrated solutions.

Evaluate existing equipment designs and recommend improvements related to safety, reliability, maintainability, and performance.

Support troubleshooting efforts for installed systems, including fuel delivery components and mechanical assemblies.

Participate in safety reviews, design reviews, hazard analyses, and customer project meetings.

Essential Skills

Bachelor of Science degree required (BSME highly preferred).

3+ years of design and development experience with industrial equipment.

Understanding of machine safeguarding principles and risk assessment methodologies.

Experience interpreting and applying OSHA, ANSI, and other relevant engineering and safety standards.

Proficiency with 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks, Inventor, or AutoCAD.

Strong problem-solving, analytical, and project management skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Knowledge of PLCs would be a plus.

Work Environment

The role involves collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, including electrical, controls, manufacturing, and field service teams. It requires a thorough understanding of various standards and regulations, with a focus on safety and risk assessment. The position demands proficiency in using 3D CAD software to create detailed engineering documentation and the ability to evaluate and improve existing machinery designs.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Loves Park, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $43.00 - $57.00/hr.

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.

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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Loves Park, IL.

Application Deadline

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

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Loves Park,IL.

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.

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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