Design Engineer

Job Description

This position is responsible for developing and validating cooling components in accordance with the NPI and APQP processes to improve performance, reliability, durability, and costs for new and existing products. The role involves resolving current product issues, coordinating supplier-related activities, creating technical specifications, conducting design FMEAs, developing component DVP&Rs, presenting formal design reviews, procuring prove design hardware, coordinating validation testing and analysis activities, implementing cost reduction activities, and releasing drawings and solid models. The team supports Electrified (EV), Diesel, and Natural Gas engines, with a focus on engine-mounted cooling components.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop engine-mounted cooling components.
• Coordinate Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) and Concurrent Product and Process Development (CPPD) activities to meet time, cost, and quality requirements within budget.
• Create technical specifications and conduct DFMEAs/DVP&Rs.
• Release parts and manage scope including NPI, cost reduction, and current production.
• Communicate with engineering team members, GSND, suppliers, and customers.
• Adhere to established standards, policies, and practices relating to quality, cost reduction, safety, and ergonomics.

• Degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Agricultural Engineering.
• 5+ years of experience in component design and validation.
• Working knowledge of APQP.
• Previous experience with supplier CPPD.
• Excellent communication and organization skills.
• Proficiency in CREO.

• Proficiency with internal systems and tools.
• Expertise in heat transfer and heat exchanger supplier knowledge.
• Strong academic experience in fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, heat transfer, and mechanics of materials.
• Knowledge in mechanical fatigue and experimental stress analysis.
• FEA (Finite Element Analysis) knowledge.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with CAT is a plus.

Office environment with air conditioning. The role may involve some travel (less than 10%) to supplier sites and facilities in Lafayette, IN.

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $46.00/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 Peoria,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 27, 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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