Mechanical Engineer

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a hands-on Mechanical Engineering Generalist with strong FEA experience to support our Technical Design Group. This team, consisting of approximately 7 engineers, focuses on developing and substantiating advanced aerospace components. The role involves supporting a high volume of active development programs and contributing to multiple concurrent projects, including sensor systems, rotating hardware, and test article design. The ideal candidate is a versatile engineer who can contribute across the full product development lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Support mechanical design and structural analysis for sensors and rotating components.
• Perform finite element analysis (FEA) using ANSYS or similar tools.
• Execute design trade studies including materials, geometry, and mounting strategies.
• Conduct stress, fatigue, and dynamic analyses, including modal assessments.
• Support test article design and correlate test data with analytical models.
• Contribute to Technology Readiness Level (TRL) development activities.
• Support multiple concurrent projects and delegated design tasks.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering teams.
• Participate in design reviews and technical meetings.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Strong mechanical design fundamentals.
• Experience with FEA tools, preferably ANSYS.
• Experience correlating analysis with testing.
• Experience supporting technology development programs.
• Material selection and evaluation experience, preferably with metals.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• CAD experience.
• Experience with rotating equipment or systems.
• Sensor or instrumentation design experience.
• Aerospace or regulated environment experience.

Work Environment

The work environment is dynamic and collaborative, involving cross-functional teamwork within a technical design group. Engineers are expected to manage multiple assignments concurrently and participate in design reviews and technical meetings. The role requires a U.S. Person due to the nature of the projects involved.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Norwich, NY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $84.00/hr.

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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Norwich,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 3, 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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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