Mechanical Engineer

Local Manufacturer hiring for a Mechanical Engineer

Job Description

This Mechanical Engineer role focuses on electro-mechanical design and analysis of aerospace components. You will lead new product programs from concept through shipment, perform advanced simulations and testing, and collaborate closely with customers and internal teams to translate complex requirements into robust engineering solutions.

Responsibilities

• Create product performance simulations for new applications to support the sales process and help define optimal solutions for customer needs.

• Develop detailed mechanical and electrical assembly drawings of new configurations to be used as proposals for new applications.

• Perform analytical calculations to verify safe compliance of actuators to customer applications, including finite element analysis (FEA), bearing stress calculations, and electrical power analysis.

• Manage new product programs from initial design through shipment, monitoring schedules throughout the plant and driving continuous improvement in timelines and deliverables.

• Operate and take ownership of testing campaigns, including planning, execution, data analysis, and reporting of results.

• Assist in basic assembly activities when needed by the manufacturing group to support production and troubleshoot issues.

• Review and sort through customer specifications and requirements, working directly with customers to clarify needs and then collaborating with the development team to maintain goals and timelines.

• Develop solutions using existing product lines where possible, or create game plans for new product development to meet unique customer requirements.

• Collaborate closely with the broader engineering team on day-to-day activities, sharing technical insights and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

Essential Skills

• 5+ years of experience

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (BSME).

• Demonstrated ability to take high-level ownership of tasks and responsibilities, driving projects to completion with minimal supervision.

• Proven experience managing program schedules with strong organizational skills and the ability to coordinate across multiple stakeholders.

• Proficiency in finite element analysis (FEA) for structural, static, and thermal analyses.

• Experience using Ansys or comparable FEA software for detailed engineering simulations.

• Proficiency with SolidWorks for mechanical design and modeling.

• Experience with AutoCAD for creating and modifying engineering drawings.

• Familiarity with new product development processes and program management within an engineering environment.

• Ability to work effectively in military and Department of Defense (DoD) related projects, adhering to applicable requirements and standards.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex requirements into practical engineering solutions.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Deerfield Beach, FL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.67 - $55.29/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Deerfield Beach, FL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 27, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Deerfield Beach,FL.

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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.