Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Engineer

Job Description

The Mechanical Engineer is responsible for the development, coordination, analysis, and optimization of motor, gearbox, and gearmotor products. This role supports projects from initial concept through validation and product launch, ensuring performance, reliability, and compliance with technical standards, design criteria, and customer requirements.

This position works on both standard and custom product lines with high engineering content and provides support from the proposal phase through design, manufacturing, testing, and field service or aftermarket activities. The engineer will collaborate closely with internal teams and customers while contributing to the sharing of best design practices across engineering teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Define product specifications and perform engineering calculations in accordance with internal and external technical standards
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, sales, and customers to implement new designs, resolve system issues, and provide technical support
• Recommend design options or modifications to optimize performance, cost, and overall value while meeting customer requirements
• Plan, coordinate, and execute engineering evaluations on prototypes and pilot builds
• Conduct studies to adapt and improve electric motor mechanical designs in alignment with technological trends, customer specifications, and compliance requirements
• Specify system components or direct product modifications to ensure conformance with engineering and performance standards
• Develop structural designs using 3D modeling software
• Perform statistical analysis related to component tolerance stack-ups
• Provide technical feedback to sales teams and customers on new product development and field-related issues, including root cause analysis
• Evaluate and improve components and materials through testing and validation, recommending and approving design or material changes as needed
• Support manufacturing operations with day-to-day production activities
• Participate in customer visits and travel to other facilities as required

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or related field required
  • Relevant electric motor experience may be considered in lieu of education
• 2+ years of experience in mechanical design engineering
• Experience coordinating engineering or product development projects
• Electric motor experience strongly preferred
• Proficiency in SolidWorks for 3D modeling and 2D detailing required
• Working knowledge of manufacturing processes for metals, plastics, bearings, shafts, and related components
• Strong understanding of materials, machining processes, GD&T, and mechanical print reading
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as needed

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Bluffton, IN.

The pay range for this position is $33.65 - $36.55/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Bluffton,IN.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 13, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.