Mechanical Project Lead - Design & Validation

Actalent; Savage (MN); 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 is seeking a Mechanical Project Manager to lead the design, development, testing, and continuous improvement of mechanical components and systems in a product development and manufacturing environment.

The role manages engineering projects from concept through validation, implementation, and optimization, acting as a technical resource for internal teams and ensuring products are reliable and meet performance requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 12 years of finite element analysis (FEA) experience.
• Hands-on experience using SolidWorks for mechanical design and 3D modeling.
• Experience with project management in an engineering or technical environment.
• Working knowledge of ERP systems, with the ability to navigate and use them in support of engineering and production activities.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and improve mechanical components, assemblies, equipment, and systems using sound engineering principles.
• Manage assigned mechanical design projects through planning, development, review, validation, implementation, and continuous improvement.
• Create, update, and maintain engineering documentation, including drawings, specifications, and electronic project files.
• Perform mechanical analysis and support product validation through structured testing, evaluation, and data-driven recommendations.
• Apply engineering principles to develop solutions for machinery, controls, automated equipment, and other mechanical systems.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and production teams to support fabrication, installation, operation, and serviceability of products.

Skills

Mechanical design

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Data analysis

Documentation

Communication

Multi-project management

FEA

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

ERP systems

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Actalent is seeking a Mechanical Project Manager to lead the design, development, testing, and continuous improvement of mechanical components and systems in a product development and manufacturing environment.

The role manages engineering projects from concept through validation, implementation, and optimization, acting as a technical resource for internal teams and ensuring products are reliable and meet performance requirements.