Sr. Mechanical Engineer

  • Sumter, South Carolina
  • Full Time
Sr. Mechanical Engineer
Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Sr. Mechanical Engineer to support the startup of a new production line that was previously mothballed and is now being revived. This role involves significant involvement in conducting acceptance tests, troubleshooting, and ensuring optimal performance of mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and Site Acceptance Tests (SAT), identifying and debugging mechanical, electrical, or software malfunctions.
  • Ensure compliance with mechanical, electrical, and ergonomic safety standards.
  • Oversee the fine-tuning and debugging of mechanical components within automation systems.
  • Optimize equipment parameters to achieve desired Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
  • Utilize optical instruments for precise measurements or imaging, specifically with Data Logic and Cognex vision systems.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain records, generate reports, and ensure compliance.
Essential Skills
  • High-level expertise in SAT/FAT execution.
  • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
  • Experience in high-speed machine automation, preferably in the medical device industry.
  • 7-10 years of experience in line commissioning with a focus on mechanical engineering.
  • Proficiency in basic office programs such as Word, Excel, and Project.
  • Basic awareness of ISO standards.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
  • Experience with SAT/FAT processes in a regulated manufacturing environment is preferred.
  • Molding experience is a plus.
  • Must possess excellent communication skills and a positive attitude.
  • Ability to integrate with the client's site engineering team, working closely with Mechanical/Electrical technicians and operators.
Work Environment

The role offers 2 weeks of paid time off and 6 paid holidays. The work environment is collaborative, requiring interaction with various engineering and technical teams. It is essential to work effectively under the direction of the client's site engineering team.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $60.00/hr.

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 Sumter,SC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 3, 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.

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.

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Job ID: 477830879
Originally Posted on: 5/20/2025

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