Mechanical Engineer

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer

Job Description

As a Mechanical Engineer, you will be tasked with designing large and complex product subsystems alongside senior engineers and working independently on other product subsystems. You will control Engineering Changes and prepare required documentation for Agile release. You will be part of a cross-functional team focused on mechanical, electrical, and software design. You will develop proof-of-principle hardware to verify concepts prior to prototyping. You will also prepare project timelines, task lists, and hardware costing for assigned projects. In addition, you will assist in implementing methods and procedures for document control and security, and provide engineering support to Instrument Service and Manufacturing. You will also be required to evaluate field failure reports to determine causes of problems and probability of failures.

Hard Skills

• Designing large and complex product subsystems

• Controlling Engineering Changes

• Preparing required documentation for Agile release

• Developing proof-of-principle hardware

• Preparing project timelines, task lists, and hardware costing

• Implementing methods and procedures for document control and security

• Providing engineering support to Instrument Service and Manufacturing

• Evaluating field failure reports

Soft Skills

• Ability to work in a cross-functional team

• Ability to communicate with other department personnel

• Ability to participate in group meetings, task force groups

• Ability to plan, coordinate, and prepare reports, surveys, research information

• Interpersonal skills

• Ability to get along well with diverse personalities

• Tactfulness

• Maturity

• Flexibility

Job Type

This is a permanent position.

Work Site

This is a fully on-site position in Torrance, California.

Work Environment

This position requires the employee to frequently sit and occasionally stand, walk, use hands and fingers, and reach with hands and arms. Must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Ability to read and analyze hard written copy and information on a computer screen. Ability to successfully respond to multiple work pressures. Ability to communicate verbally and in writing to individuals and groups. Ability to travel to other locations both within and outside of the local region. Must have a valid Driver's License and access to a car.

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.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are 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

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.