Our client, a leading manufacturing company in Schenectady, NY is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team!

Job Description

The Design Engineer is responsible for researching and developing ideas and processes for both new and existing products. The role involves improving the performance and design of existing products as well.

Responsibilities

• Design, model, and analyze prototypes for new products.
• Use computer-aided design (CAD) and SolidWorks to design concepts.
• Conduct research and create design proposals for projects.
• Establish design briefs.
• Create concepts, performance, and production criteria.
• Identify and select materials needed for production.
• Produce final detail design drawings and specifications.
• Create parts lists.
• List costs involved in production.
• Make prototypes of working models for demonstration.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in design and SolidWorks.
• Mechanical engineering knowledge.
• Experience in mechanical design.
• Drafting skills.
• Experience in new product development.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• BS Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience with SolidWorks.

Work Environment

The role involves working Monday through Friday from 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM in a casual dress code environment. The team comprises 40 employees, including 3 engineers. The position offers all paid bank holidays, including Good Friday and Black Friday, and is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on candidate and company performance, which is paid in December

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $60000.00 - $67000.00/yr.

- DP, Perm
- The position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on candidate and company performance which is paid in December.
- All paid bank holidays, plus Good Friday and Black Friday.
- 2 weeks PTO

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Schenectady,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 23, 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 for other accommodation options.