Design Engineer III Gainesville, TX

Akkodis is recruiting for a Mechanical Design Engineer for a manufacturer in Gainesville, TX. This is an onsite contract position paid $43–$47 per hour, depending on education, experience and location.

• Coordinate design of seats and seat components, interfacing with customers and vendors.
• Liaise with Program Manager on project development and design progress.
• Review customer requirements and specifications, ensuring they are incorporated into product design.
• Monitor day‑to‑day design progress to meet engineering deadlines.
• Make independent decisions with minimal supervision.
• Prepare lay‑outs of overall design tasks, including structural and articulation systems.
• Define design standards to maintain commonality with existing product lines.
• Set goals for completing tasks as expeditiously as possible.
• Prepare advanced bill of materials and long‑lead item lists.
• Verify design packages for conformity to latest specifications and regulations.
• Produce drawings for release.
• Act as liaison when products reach manufacturing stages.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Design Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering Technology, Mechanical and Energy Engineering, or a related engineering degree (minimum of 12 years equivalent related engineering experience is considered in lieu of a Bachelor's).
• Master's degree in any of the above disciplines is also acceptable.

• Additional 5 years of related design experience required with a Bachelor's degree; 4 years with a Master's.
• Excellent drafting skills in CATIA V5 (or higher) and/or Pro/Engineer.
• Advanced knowledge of aircraft seat products.
• Good knowledge of materials, production processes, and mechanical stress analysis.
• Ability to interact successfully with engineering, tooling, and manufacturing departments.
• Experience with APQP, D&PFMEA, Control Plan, etc.

$43.00 to $47.00 per hour.

Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term disability, voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits, and a 401(k) plan. Associates may be eligible for paid leave, including Paid Sick Leave and holiday pay where applicable.

Military connected talent is encouraged to apply. Akkodis is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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