Job Title: New Product Development EngineerJob Description Initiate and execute the Product Design and Development (PDD) process to ensure product definitions and specifications are met by all stakeholders. Participate and contribute to product design meetings including product specifications, material selection, 3D CAD models, and detailed 2D drawings. Collaborate as a member of cross-functional project teams from concept to testing, and ultimately to production. Conduct design for manufacture assessments involving manufacturing expertise to ensure that final design will support lean manufacturing principles, build quantity, cost, and performance requirements. Develop design concepts to meet cost objectives and interface with vendors and suppliers to locate and approve components. Administer design history and practice proper engineering document control processes to ensure drawings are up to date. Work toward identifying commonality in design to assist with manufacturing standardization. Demonstrate technical and written skills via generating and filing reports of design analyses for future reference and demonstrate interpersonal skills via preparing and presenting findings. Provide timely response to Root Cause Analysis and Corrective Action requests related to design issues and/or warranty problems to support the engineering solution applied in the field. Assist peers with workloads as needed for total project completion by management expectations or production deadlines. Proficient in promoting a safe and healthy work environment. Adheres to established company policies and procedures paying special attention to safety regulations. Wears personal protective equipment in accordance with training guidelines. Maintain cleanliness in designated workspace by practicing 6S principles to reduce safety risks. Responsibilities + Initiate and execute the Product Design and Development (PDD) process. + Participate and contribute to product design meetings. + Collaborate with cross-functional project teams from concept to production. + Conduct design for manufacture assessments. + Develop design concepts to meet cost objectives. + Interface with vendors and suppliers to locate and approve components. + Administer design history and ensure proper engineering document control. + Identify commonality in design to assist with manufacturing standardization. + Generate and file reports of design analyses. + Prepare and present findings. + Provide timely responses to Root Cause Analysis and Corrective Action requests. + Assist peers with workloads to meet project deadlines. + Promote a safe and healthy work environment. + Adhere to company policies and safety regulations. + Wear personal protective equipment as required. + Maintain cleanliness in the workspace by practicing 6S principles. Essential Skills + Proficiency in SolidWorks. + Mechanical engineering expertise. + Experience with parametric modeling. + Experience with surface modeling software. + Class A surface experience. + 3+ years of experience with non-metallic surface panels or parts. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Experience in off-highway or heavy equipment manufacturing is ideal. Work Environment Office environment within a manufacturing facility. The role offers an indefinite contract, contract to hire, or direct placement as needed. Includes 2 weeks PTO and other benefits. Safety and cleanliness are prioritized, with adherence to 6S principles. 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.