Job Description: Mechanical Engineer - Rubber The Mechanical Engineer will support the development of gas valves, specifically focusing on Rubber Molds. This role involves Rubber Material Selection, formulation evaluation, and performance testing. Components like diaphragms and poppets will be a key focus, along with contributing to the mechanical design and engineering of gas valves. Responsibilities + Contribute to the design, testing, and validation of gas valves and their components. + Evaluate and recommend rubber compounds (Silicone rubber and flourosilicone) for use in gas valve components. + Work with suppliers to optimize material formulations based on gas compatibility, temperature resistance, and durability. + Conduct material testing (compression set, tensile strength, gas permeability, aging resistance). + Develop and execute failure analysis. Essential Skills + Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field. + Experience with rubber mold design and testing. + Proficiency in mechanical engineering principles and documentation review. + Experience with design software, particularly Creo. + Familiarity with statistical analysis tools like Minitab. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Hands-on experience in a lab environment, including building fixtures, modifying appliances, and conducting tests. + Proficiency in CAD/CREO software for design tasks. + Strong reporting and documentation skills. + Effective communication skills for responding to customers, vendors, and internal teams. Work Environment The company has a history of 125 years and is located in Itasca, IL. It is a PE-owned global design, manufacturing, and engineering company that primarily serves the appliances industry. The company specializes in advanced flow components for fluids like water and gas. The role involves spending 45% of the time in the lab, 25% on CAD/CREO tasks, 15% on reporting and documentation, and 10-15% on responding to customer, vendor, and internal meetings. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $110000.00 - $110000.00/yr. They offer insurance upon hiring of the individual and starting. Health, dental, and vision. Available upon review Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in Wood Dale,IL. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Feb 11, 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.