Mechatronics Engineer

Actalent; Oakland (NJ); On-site; USD 66,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Mechatronics Engineer to lead the design and assembly of custom machinery and packaging equipment, leveraging SolidWorks and robotic platforms. You will drive end-to-end projects, validate functionality, and optimize performance while coordinating with clients and cross-functional teams.

Key focus areas include hands-on design, robotics programming with FANUC and Universal Robots, and ensuring quality and timely delivery in a contract-to-hire role based in Oakland, NJ.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in mechanical design and automation.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks and robotic programming with FANUC and Universal.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and assembly of custom machinery and packaging equipment using SolidWorks.
• Develop and implement robotic solutions with a focus on FANUC and Universal Robotics platforms.
• Ensure proper assembly, thorough testing, and performance optimization of machines.
• Participate in backend testing to validate machine functionality and resolve issues.
• Interface with clients to understand requirements and provide updates.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to meet project timelines and quality standards.

Skills

Experience in mechanical design

Initiative and problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

FANUC Robotics

Universal Robots

Job description

Job Title: Mechatronics Engineer

Job Description

As a Mechatronics Engineer, you will lead the design and assembly of custom machinery and packaging equipment using SolidWorks. You will develop and implement robotic solutions with a strong emphasis on FANUC and Universal Robotics platforms. This role requires end-to-end project execution, ensuring machines are assembled correctly, tested thoroughly, and optimized for performance. You will participate in backend testing to validate machine functionality and resolve issues. Additionally, you will interact with clients to understand requirements, provide updates, and ensure satisfaction, while collaborating closely with engineering and production teams to meet project timelines and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and assembly of custom machinery and packaging equipment using SolidWorks.

• Develop and implement robotic solutions with a focus on FANUC and Universal Robotics platforms.

• Ensure proper assembly, thorough testing, and performance optimization of machines.

• Participate in backend testing to validate machine functionality and resolve issues.

• Interface with clients to understand requirements and provide updates.

• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to meet project timelines and quality standards.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related field.

• 5+ years of relevant experience in mechanical design and automation.

• Proficiency in SolidWorks and robotic programming with FANUC and Universal.

• Demonstrated ability to take initiative and anticipate project needs.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Oakland, NJ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $48.08 - $55.29/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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Oakland, NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 23, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Oakland,NJ.

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.

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.