Mechanical Engineer

Job Title:

Mechanical Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Mechanical Engineer to lead new product development for positioners and welding automation systems, including precision, robot-programmed product lines. This role involves serving as the technical lead for projects from concept through production, managing timelines ranging from weeks to months. You will advance mechanical design, FEA, GD&T, and tolerance analysis for high-precision, tight-fit components, while driving design-for-manufacturing to ensure repeatability, reliability, and scalability.

Collaboration with cross-functional teams including manufacturing, suppliers, and leadership to execute product roadmaps is essential.

Responsibilities

* Lead new product development for positioners and welding automation systems.

* Serve as technical lead for projects from concept through production.

* Manage timelines ranging from weeks to months.

* Advance mechanical design, FEA, GD&T, and tolerance analysis for high-precision components.

* Drive design-for-manufacturing to ensure repeatability, reliability, and scalability.

* Support integration of automation, motion control, robotics, hydraulics, and structural systems.

* Collaborate cross-functionally with manufacturing, suppliers, and leadership to execute product roadmaps.

Essential Skills

* 6+ years of Mechanical Engineering experience.

* 3D CAD design for manufacturing.

* Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering.

* Project management for new product development.

* Proficiency in FEA and GD&T.

Additional

Skills & Qualifications

* Experience with Creo and Windchill.

* Hydraulic and robotic experience.

* Proven experience leading technical projects from concept to launch.

* Strong understanding of structural steel design & weldments, industrial motion systems, mechanical power transmission.

* Experience managing cross-functional teams.

* Exposure to PLC integration.

* Experience in robotic or welding automation systems.

* Lean product development experience.

Work Environment

The position offers an engaging work culture with 85% of time spent in the office doing design work and analysis, and 15% on the shop floor with a team of about 20 people. The facility includes three bays for manufacturing and one additional bay. The company provides a fun environment with team-oriented values, low turnover, and opportunities for continued education. Employees enjoy growth potential, high backlog, and a supportive atmosphere with lunch provided every Tuesday and Thursday.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Rock Island, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $43.00 - $53.00/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 Rock Island,IL.

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 9, 2026.

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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