Mechanical Engineer

Actalent; Wheaton (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

PTO

Job summary

Actalent, a global engineering services leader, seeks a Mechanical Engineer to design and develop electromechanical products from concept through manufacturing. The role blends mechanical design, electronics integration, prototyping, testing and manufacturing support.

Responsibilities include designing mechanical and electromechanical systems, integrating sensors and embedded electronics, supporting NPD from concept to production, and applying DFM for CNC, injection molding, and 3D printing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years of mechanical engineering experience.
• Strong mechanical design and product development experience.
• Experience integrating electronics into mechanical products.
• Knowledge of CNC machining, plastics/injection molding, and 3D printing.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical and electromechanical products.
• Integrate sensors, controls, and embedded electronics into mechanical systems.
• Support new product development from concept through production.
• Apply Design for Manufacturing (DFM) principles for CNC machining, injection molding, 3D printing, and assemblies.
• Prototype, test, troubleshoot, and validate new designs.
• Work with manufacturing teams and suppliers to resolve design and production issues.

Skills

Mechanical design

Electronics integration

Prototyping

Testing

Manufacturing support

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

3+ years experience

Tools

CNC machining

Injection molding

3D printing

Job description

Mechanical Engineer

We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design and develop electromechanical products from concept through manufacturing. This role combines mechanical design, electronics integration, prototyping, testing, and manufacturing support.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical and electromechanical products.

• Integrate sensors, controls, and embedded electronics into mechanical systems.

• Support new product development from concept through production.

• Apply Design for Manufacturing (DFM) principles for CNC machining, injection molding, 3D printing, and assemblies.

• Prototype, test, troubleshoot, and validate new designs.

• Work with manufacturing teams and suppliers to resolve design and production issues.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.

• 3+ years of mechanical engineering experience.

• Strong mechanical design and product development experience.

• Experience integrating electronics into mechanical products.

• Knowledge of CNC machining, plastics/injection molding, and 3D printing.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Wheaton, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $55.00/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)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 13, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Wheaton,IL.

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.

EEO and Diversity Statement

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.

Additional Compliance Statements

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.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: 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.

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.