Field Application Engineer

Actalent; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Actalent in Plano, TX is seeking a Field Application Engineer to understand customer requirements and tailor mechanical solutions. You will collaborate with clients and internal teams to modify applications and meet needs.

The role emphasizes hands-on engineering, problem solving, and effective communication, with a focus on robotics-friendly environments and new product development. This contract role offers onsite work and competitive hourly pay.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in mechanical engineering and applications engineering.
• Experience in new product development and design.
• Strong troubleshooting abilities.
• Excellent client interaction skills.

Responsibilities

• Understand and analyze customer requirements to provide tailored solutions.
• Collaborate with clients to modify applications and ensure they meet specific needs.
• Develop new products and improve existing ones by integrating mechanical engineering principles.
• Engage in troubleshooting to resolve technical issues efficiently.
• Interact with clients to gather feedback and provide technical support.

Skills

Proficiency in mechanical engineering

Experience in new product development

Strong troubleshooting abilities

Excellent client interaction

Job description

Job Title: Field Application EngineerJob Description

We are seeking a dedicated Field Application Engineer who will be responsible for understanding customer requirements and making necessary modifications to meet their needs. This role requires a proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to collaborate effectively with clients and internal teams.

Responsibilities

• Understand and analyze customer requirements to provide tailored solutions.

• Collaborate with clients to modify applications and ensure they meet specific needs.

• Develop new products and improve existing ones by integrating mechanical engineering principles.

• Engage in troubleshooting to resolve technical issues efficiently.

• Interact with clients to gather feedback and provide technical support.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in mechanical engineering and applications engineering.

• Experience in new product development and design.

• Strong troubleshooting abilities.

• Excellent client interaction skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in robotics is advantageous.

• Strong cross-departmental communication skills.

Work Environment

The role involves working closely with clients and internal teams, focusing on engineering and design applications. The work environment encourages collaboration and innovation, utilizing the latest technologies in mechanical and robotics engineering.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Plano, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $48.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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 Plano,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 16, 2026.

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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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 [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.