Product Engineer

Actalent is seeking a product engineer in Virginia Beach!

Description:

• Analyzes research data and proposed product specifications to determine feasibility of product proposals.

• Confers with research personnel to clarify or resolve problems and develops design.

• Prepares or directs preparation of product and detailed drawings.

• Coordinates manufacturing or building of prototype product system.

• Plans and develops experimental test programs.

• Analyzes test data and reports to determine if design meets functional and performance specifications.

• Confers with research and other engineering personnel and prepares design modifications as required.

• Evaluates engineering test results for possible application to development of systems or other uses.

• Uses computer assisted engineering and design software and equipment to perform engineering and design tasks.

• Confers with product design and standards comply with customer specification and contracts.

• Research and development of multiple suppliers for the material and component of insulators and hardware.

• Will engage in activities to uphold Management Systems Certifications including ISO 9001, 14001 and 45001 standards.

• Liaise and support other teams/department with projects as directed. Production, Quality Assurance, Sales/Marketing, Manufacturing Engineering team/dept.

• Required to travel and visit customer/utilities to explain and promote the design/product.

• Able to present at our annual Insulator workshop.

• Work with standard organizations such as ANSI, NEMA, IEEE, EPRI groups.

• Lead, mentor, counsel and manage performance of the department staff.

• Oversee and participate in the development of training materials for the department.

• Act as a change agent to drive continuous improvement throughout.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• Demonstrated self-management, leadership skills and attention to detail.

• A problem solver and critical thinker dedicated to continuous improvement.

• Prior experience in product/design engineering.

• Ability to collaborate, facilitate and lead with decision making.

• Sound time management skills.

• Possess the ability to convey complex information in a way that people understand.

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor's or Graduate's Degree of Engineering or Designing from a four-year college or university, or higher educations or four to ten years related equivalent experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Cad, Inventor 3D stress analysis and utilize database.

• Must possess excellent communication skills and supervisory experience required.

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.