Mechanical Engineer

Actalent, Inc.; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Actalent, Inc. seeks a Mechanical Engineer with strong marine engineering experience and AutoCAD expertise to design, develop, and review technical drawings for Navy ships.

You will document technical specifications and changes, and communicate effectively across teams to ensure accurate SID development. The role is on-site five days a week in the Seaport area with hybrid flexibility in Boston, MA, and requires minimum 10 years of relevant experience and Navy/shipyard background, plus

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of relevant experience.
• US Navy or shipyard-related experience required.
• HVAC design experience is a plus.
• Demonstrated excellence in writing and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop drawings in AutoCAD.
• Check and review technical drawings for accuracy.
• Interpret and apply technical correspondence, specifications, and manuals.
• Draft technical correspondence.
• Survey and document conditions on-board Navy ships to ensure accurate SID development.
• Communicate and document problems and solutions clearly and precisely.
• Coordinate and communicate information and changes across multi-disciplinary programs to ensure comprehensive Ship Alteration drawing packages.

Skills

10+ years experience

US Navy/shipyard experience

Writing & communication

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer

We are seeking a highly skilled Mechanical Engineer with a strong background in marine engineering and extensive experience in AutoCAD. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and reviewing technical drawings, as well as communicating and documenting technical specifications and changes for Navy ships.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop drawings in AutoCAD.
• Check and review technical drawings for accuracy.
• Interpret and apply technical correspondence, specifications, and manuals.
• Draft technical correspondence.
• Survey and document conditions on-board Navy ships to ensure accurate SID development.
• Communicate and document problems and solutions clearly and precisely.
• Coordinate and communicate information and changes across multi-disciplinary programs to ensure comprehensive Ship Alteration drawing packages.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in AutoCAD.
• Mechanical engineering expertise.
• Experience in marine engineering.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Electrical engineering knowledge.
• CAD design skills.
• Experience with Navy projects.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• At least 10 years of relevant experience.
• US Navy or shipyard-related experience required.
• HVAC design experience is a plus.
• Demonstrated excellence in writing and communication skills.

Work Environment

This position is onsite five days a week in a mid-sized company located in the seaport area. The office environment is smaller, fostering a strong sense of teamwork among engineers.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Boston, MA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $50.00/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 hybrid position in Boston, MA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on March 28, 2025.

Equal Opportunity Employer 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.

Massachusetts Lie Detector Notice It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Contact Information Collection We collect your phone number and email so that an Actalent representative can reach out to you regarding potential job opportunities. Please ensure that the phone number and email you provide are accurate, as an incorrect phone number or email may affect our ability to contact you.

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.