Job Title: Mechanical Engineer VJob Description Work in cross-functional teams with multiple engineering disciplines (optical, mechanical, electrical, firmware, etc.) to design and build experimental setups and engineering prototypes. Guidance and direction will be provided by optomechanical engineers and research scientists. Responsibilities + Design and build experimental setups and engineering prototypes. + Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including optical, mechanical, electrical, and firmware disciplines. + Construct and maintain complex CAD models of optical and mechanical systems. + Model and optimize simple optical systems. + Own the full prototype loop, including design, fabrication, building, and testing. Essential Skills + Strong mechanical design skills for components and assemblies. + Basic optical design skills for free space optical systems. + Assembly and prototyping skills for large lab setups and form factor prototypes. + Experience with Solidworks mechanical CAD. + Experience with Zemax or Code V optical CAD. + Knowledge of design for prototype manufacturing processes such as 3D printing, milling, and turning. + Familiarity with lab processes and equipment, including lasers. + General familiarity with standard optical and optomechanical components and major suppliers. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Ability to construct and maintain complex CAD models of optical and mechanical systems. + Ability to model and optimize simple optical systems. + Ability to own the full prototype loop of design, fabricate, build, and test. + Self-starter, motivated, and detail-oriented. + Ability to manage time effectively and work on multiple projects simultaneously. + Creative and enjoys design work. + Experience level: More than 5 years of work experience. Work Environment Onsite position located in Redmond, WA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $70.00 - $90.00 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) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Redmond,WA. Application Deadline This position will be accepting applications until Dec 23, 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 (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.