Mechanical Engineer

We are seeking a skilled Mechanical Engineer to join our engineering services team, specializing in the aerospace, defense, and commercial industries. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, analyzing, and reviewing procedures and processes involved in product design and manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute the development and refinement of 3D Technical Data Packages (3D TDPs) with a cross-functional engineering team to aid in part procurement and manufacturing activities, including value-added and reverse engineering activities.
• Conduct and review analyses of part production processes, control plans, schedules, methods, and other data to better understand future requirements needed for customers manufacturing processes.
• Participate in supplier audits to assess manufacturing capabilities and adherence to design requirements.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and Quality Engineers to identify design, manufacturing, and procurement complexities and schedule engineering activities based on priority and need dates.
• Drive technical execution of projects focused on Industry 4.0, Digital Factory, Model-based Enterprise, Advanced Manufacturing, and Additive Manufacturing.
• Perform accurate and professional documentation and presentation of technical data, analyses, and reports.
• Review manufacturing instructions, methods, and processes to identify and improve customer efficiency.
• Develop design and manufacturing process strategy documentation with supporting technical analysis for improvements, including streamlining TDP development through the creation of standardized processes.
• Review part production run results, including dimensional and test results, to verify 'as designed' versus 'as manufactured' part requirements.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in mechanical engineering and mechanical design.
• Experience with CAD software, preferably Creo or Solidworks.
• Knowledge of reverse engineering.
• Understanding of Six Sigma and lean manufacturing principles.
• Bachelor of Science degree in Aerospace Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Industrial Engineering.
• Minimum of 4 years related engineering experience.
• US Citizenship with clearance eligibility.

• 2+ years of team lead or engineering project manager experience.
• LEAN, Six Sigma, or other process certifications.
• Experience with project planning tools.

The position is 100% onsite in Dayton, with working hours from 9am to 5pm, offering flexible hours for family or personal commitments. It requires 40-45 hours a week with 25-50% travel across the US from Monday to Wednesday or Thursday. All accommodations and expenses during travel are covered by the company.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Dayton, Ohio

The pay range for this position is $85000.00 - $100000.00/yr.

Travel will be across US - all flights, cars, hotels, meals etc. covered by company. Engineer will receive company card to pay for it and per diem for travel. PTO/Holiday offered

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Dayton,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 2, 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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