Mechanical Engineer

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As a Mechanical Engineer specializing in energetic devices, you will design, analyze, and prototype components such as actuators, igniters, and propulsion systems using advanced mechanical engineering principles. You will be responsible for performing mechanical stress, thermal, and dynamic analysis to ensure safety and optimal performance of these components. Your role will involve collaborating with chemists, electrical engineers, and systems engineers to integrate energetic systems into broader platforms, developing and executing tests and qualification procedures, and preparing technical drawings and specifications.

Your designs must comply with regulatory, safety, and quality standards for handling and deployment of energetic materials.

• Design, analyze, and prototype energetic devices using mechanical engineering principles.
• Perform mechanical stress, thermal, and dynamic analysis on energetic components.
• Collaborate with chemists, electrical engineers, and systems engineers to integrate systems.
• Develop and execute tests and qualification procedures for energetic devices.
• Prepare and review technical drawings, specifications, and test reports.
• Ensure designs comply with regulatory, safety, and quality standards.
• Support failure analysis and root cause investigations for existing components or systems.
• Maintain knowledge of current technologies, materials, and best practices in energetics.

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years experience in mechanical design.
• Proficiency with CAD software (Solid Works, CATIA, or similar).
• Experience with FEA and mechanical analysis tools.
• Strong understanding of materials science, thermodynamics, and dynamics.
• Knowledge of safety standards and regulations for energetic materials.
• Excellent problem-solving, documentation, and communication skills.

• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Prior experience with high‑impact or high‑acceleration testing.
• Familiarity with pyrotechnic initiators, pressure cartridges, or energetic actuators.
• Experience in cross‑functional engineering teams.

You will join a dynamic team of 8 engineers, primarily composed of mechanical engineers, with one electrical engineer. The environment is collaborative and focused on custom designs within the aerospace industry. Dress code is business casual, and you will report directly to the Engineering Manager.

Contract position based out of Fairfield, NJ.

Pay range: $40.00 - $50.00/hr.

• 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)

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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