Design Engineer

Job Description

The Design Engineer is responsible for all facets of the design process for a product, including design ideation, proof of concept, verification of design to product requirements, validation of the product requirements to the customer's requirements, and supporting production launch.

Responsibilities

• Work with lead engineer to define engineering specifications that meet market requirements.
• Manage projects or aspects of projects to meet project schedule and product deliverables.
• Collaborate with lead engineers on designs for electro-mechanical products that translate the product requirements into technically achievable results through prototyping.
• Test and analyze prototypes to verify design output meets product specifications.
• Check products to validate design output meets customers requirements.
• Document design using Bill of Materials, SolidWorks 3D, and Product Data Management systems.
• Work with suppliers to optimize technical aspects of the purchased content.
• Coordinate with internal cross-functional teams to launch products into production.
• Support compliance to relevant codes and standards using third-party NRTL agencies and testing labs as appropriate.
• Ensure components and assemblies adhere to applicable industry and business standards.
• Troubleshoot designs, installations, applications, and production issues in a timely manner.

• Experience in a manufacturing environment
• Proficiency in SolidWorks
• Expertise in electro-mechanical product design
• Project management skills

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Electro-Mechanical Engineering
• 2+ years experience within a manufacturing or product design environment
• Experience with Lean Product Design, Design for Manufacturing, PPAP part qualification, and Failure Modes Effects Analysis
• Experience designing for commercial products, appliances, or medical markets
• Experience with the design of motion systems using DC gear-motors and electric actuators is a plus

The pay range for this position is $40.86 - $43.26/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 Ixonia,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 11, 2025.

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.

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