Job Title: Mechanical Engineer Job Description We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer to perform complex activities related to the design, testing, and evaluation of mechanical systems for food equipment machinery. The role involves interfacing with applications, sales, manufacturing, sourcing, and customers to define needs for new or custom features in existing equipment. The position requires the creation of CAD layouts, design solutions, calculations, and regulatory work to ensure the delivery of customer specifications. The Mechanical Engineer will also prepare mechanical engineering studies, specifications, and cost estimations, and help solve unique, mechanically-related field problems. Responsibilities + Perform complex activities related to the design, testing, and evaluation of mechanical systems for food equipment machinery. + Interface with applications, sales, manufacturing, sourcing, and customers to define needs for new or custom features to be developed in existing equipment. + Create CAD layouts, design solutions, calculations, and regulatory work to ensure the delivery of customer specifications. + Prepare mechanical engineering studies, specifications, and cost estimations. + Help solve unique, mechanically-related field problems. + Work with manufacturing, sourcing, purchasing, and suppliers to review the cost/value relationship of the mechanical systems being designed. + Travel to customer sites as needed (~20%). + Spend most of the day designing (80%). Essential Skills + Bachelor's or Associate's degree in mechanical engineering or similar field from an ABET accredited engineering program. + 3+ years of relevant experience in machine design. + Proficiency in 3-D CAD (Autodesk Inventor, or AutoCAD), PDM (Product Data Management) systems, and ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) systems. + Comfortable working and communicating with customers. + Ability to be creative and find solutions without set instructions (problem solver). Additional Skills & Qualifications + Experience in the food processing industry. + Local to the area. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $38.46 - $48.08 • 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 hybrid position in Sandusky,OH. Application Deadline This position will be accepting applications until Feb 5, 2025. 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 (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.