Description

Actalent Services is seeking a Mechanical Design engineer for our client that is a secondary packaging OEM that focuses mostly on designing Cartoners and case packer machines for dry food applications. Our client partners with large food manufacturers to produce custom OEM packaging machinery.

Summary of responsibilities:

-\tDesign engineering systems for the automation of industrial tasks. (Packaging)

-\tCreate mechanical design documents for parts, assemblies, or finished products

-\tMaintain technical project files in PDM System.

-\tImplement and test design solutions

-\tCreate mechanical 3D models and tolerance analyses to simulate mechatronic design concepts.

-\tConduct studies to determine the feasibility, costs, or performance benefits of new mechatronic equipment.

-\tPublish engineering reports documenting design details or qualification test results.

-\tResearch, select, or apply sensors, communication technologies, or control devices for motion control, position sensing, pressure sensing, or electronic

communication.

-\tIdentify and select materials appropriate for mechatronic system designs.

-\tApply mechatronic or automated solutions to the transfer of materials, components, or finished goods.

-\tDesign advanced precision equipment for accurate or controlled applications.

-\tUpgrade the design of existing devices by adding mechatronic elements.

-\tAnalyze existing development or manufacturing procedures and suggest improvements.

-\tProvide consultation or training on topics such as mechatronics or automated control.

-\tOversee the work of contractors in accordance with project requirements.

Work Activities:

-\tDesigning, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment

-\tGetting Information

-\tInteracting With Computers

-\tCommunicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates

-\tThinking Creatively

-\tUpdating and Using Relevant Knowledge

-\tOrganizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work

-\tMaking Decisions and Solving Problems

-\tEstablishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships

-\tCommunicating with Persons Outside Organization

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Day to Day:

60% Redesign: Changing Existing Drawings in Solidworks10%: Conceptual Design.30% Hands on with machinery, debugging, and working with assembly/builder team as questions come up.

Will not be designing machinery from concept to completion until later in their tenure. Working on highly customized automated packaging machinery based on customer specifications. Will be working with the project engineer who is running the project from start to finish and keeps the project on track and ensures proper materials. Participates with design reviews with Sr. engineering team, and works within the PDM and internal ERP for tracking.

Degree is not needed, but the candidate must have come from an OEM or retrofitter of automated machinery.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $75.00

• 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 Itasca,IL.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Dec 30, 2024.

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.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are 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

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 actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.