Product Development Engineer

Actalent; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 47,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave

Job summary

Actalent in Montgomery, AL is seeking a Product Engineer to support design, development, and continuous improvement from concept through manufacturing release. You will collaborate with Production, Quality, Purchasing, and Sales to solve engineering challenges and drive cost and quality improvements.

The role blends office CAD work with hands-on manufacturing floor support, including prototyping, testing, and ECOs.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in product design, mechanical engineering, or manufacturing engineering.
• Experience using CAD software such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and manufacturing specifications.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes including fabrication, machining, welding, and assembly.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, create, and revise engineering drawings and 3D models using CAD software.
• Support new product development from concept through manufacturing release, including prototyping and testing.
• Collaborate with Production and Quality teams to troubleshoot manufacturing issues and resolve drawing discrepancies.
• Identify and implement product enhancements, quality improvements, and cost reduction initiatives.
• Create and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs), engineering documentation, and Engineering Change Orders (ECOs).
• Support prototype builds, testing activities, and product validation efforts.
• Provide technical support to Production, Purchasing, Sales, and customers.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and cross-functional engineering projects.

Skills

CAD software

Engineering drawings

GD&T

Manufacturing processes

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

About The Opportunity

Are you an engineer who enjoys seeing your work move from concept to reality? We're looking for a Product Engineer to support product design, development, and continuous improvement efforts from initial concept through manufacturing release. In this role, you'll work closely with Production, Quality, Purchasing, and Sales to solve real-world engineering challenges, improve existing products, support new product development, and drive cost and quality improvements. This is a highly visible role where your ideas matter. You'll have the opportunity to identify opportunities for improvement and see those changes implemented directly on the manufacturing floor. If you're looking for a position where you can make a measurable impact and work alongside a collaborative, family-oriented team, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do

• Design, create, and revise engineering drawings and 3D models using CAD software.
• Support new product development from concept through manufacturing release, including prototyping and testing.
• Collaborate with Production and Quality teams to troubleshoot manufacturing issues and resolve drawing discrepancies.
• Identify and implement product enhancements, quality improvements, and cost reduction initiatives.
• Create and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs), engineering documentation, and Engineering Change Orders (ECOs).
• Support prototype builds, testing activities, and product validation efforts.
• Provide technical support to Production, Purchasing, Sales, and customers.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and cross-functional engineering projects.

Qualifications

Required

• 1-3 years of experience in product design, mechanical engineering, or manufacturing engineering.
• Experience using CAD software such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar platforms.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and manufacturing specifications.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes including fabrication, machining, welding, and assembly.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 3-5 years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma certification.
• Experience with BOM management, ECOs, product testing, and revision control.

Work Environment

This position is based in a clean, climate-controlled manufacturing facility and offers a unique blend of office-based engineering and hands‑on manufacturing support. Time spent at a desk versus on the production floor will vary based on project needs and production priorities. One week may be focused primarily on CAD design, documentation, and project work, while the next may involve significant time on the manufacturing floor supporting builds, implementing improvements, and troubleshooting production challenges. No two weeks are exactly the same, making this an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys balancing technical design work with hands‑on problem‑solving and cross‑functional collaboration.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Montgomery, AL.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $34.00 - $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.

• 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 Montgomery,AL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 28, 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.

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.