Senior Mechanical Engineer

Actalent; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in engineering services is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer. This position involves engineering leadership, design, and analysis of complex mechanical systems, ensuring project success through collaboration and innovative solutions. Suitable candidates will possess strong technical expertise and leadership skills, with significant experience in mechanical design.

Benefits

Strong internal benefits package

Qualifications

• 5+ years in mechanical engineering with a bachelor's degree or 3+ years with an M.S. degree.
• E.I.T. credential with plans for P.E. exam.
• Strong desire to solve mechanical problems.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop complex machinery including mechanisms and assemblies.
• Manage design implementation across multidisciplinary teams.
• Prepare and manage design schedules and budgets.

Skills

Proficiency in design

Project management expertise

Strong mechanical design skills

Education

Degree from an ABET-accredited institution in Mechanical, Structural, or Aerospace Engineering

M.S. Degree in Mechanical, Structural, Aerospace, or related field

Tools

SolidWorks

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Job Description

In this role, you will provide engineering leadership, design, and analysis of complex mechanical systems. You will collaborate closely with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure project success, delivering innovative solutions on time and within budget. This position requires a self-starter with exceptional technical expertise, strong leadership abilities, and a passion for hands-on fieldwork and collaborative design processes.

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer

Job Description

In this role, you will provide engineering leadership, design, and analysis of complex mechanical systems. You will collaborate closely with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure project success, delivering innovative solutions on time and within budget. This position requires a self-starter with exceptional technical expertise, strong leadership abilities, and a passion for hands-on fieldwork and collaborative design processes.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop complex machinery, including gearing, actuators, wheels, weldments, bearings, and related assemblies.
• Perform engineering calculations and analyses to support the design and development of mechanical systems.
• Serve as Project Engineer, managing design, implementation, and coordination across multidisciplinary teams.
• Develop design concepts and oversee their transformation into detailed engineering documentation.
• Lead design reviews and collaborate with contractors, architects, consultants, and clients to ensure alignment and resolve technical challenges.
• Maintain regular communication with clients to manage expectations and ensure project objectives are met.
• Prepare and manage design schedules and budgets, ensuring timely and cost-effective project delivery.
• Provide documentation and support for purchasing, fabrication, and commissioning activities.
• Travel to project sites for commissioning and field troubleshooting, ensuring seamless system integration.
  
  

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in design and SolidWorks.
• Experience in new product development and mechanical engineering.
• Ability to perform structural analysis, GD&T, and FEA.
• Strong skills in mechanical design and engineering.
• Project management expertise.
• Degree from an ABET-accredited institution in Mechanical, Structural, or Aerospace Engineering.
• E.I.T. credential with plans to pursue the P.E. exam.
• 5+ years of experience with a bachelor's degree, or 3+ years with an M.S. degree, in a related engineering field.
• Experience with design and analysis of mechanical equipment.
• Strong desire to solve mechanical problems, from bearings to actuator sizing, with a system-level focus.
• Excellent time management and communication skills.
• U.S. citizenship or U.S. permanent resident status (current Green Card holder).
• Willingness to travel up to 20%, primarily to the Minneapolis corporate office.
  
  

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• M.S. Degree in Mechanical, Structural, Aerospace, or a related engineering discipline.
• P.E. license. Nice to have
• 2+ years of experience in the Amusement or Entertainment industry.
  
  

Work Environment

This position will be based in an onsite office environment.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $150000.00/yr.

Strong internal benefits provided by the organization. Please reach out with any questions or if you wish to see the benefits package.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Minneapolis,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 12, 2025.

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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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 due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Business Consulting and Services

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