Mechanical Engineer

Overview

We are seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to play a key role in the development of next-generation medical device technologies. This position offers the opportunity to drive mechanical design solutions for highly regulated electromechanical products, contributing throughout the product lifecycle from early-stage innovation and feasibility through commercialization and manufacturing transfer.

The ideal candidate is a technically strong engineer who thrives in a collaborative environment, enjoys solving complex engineering challenges, and can independently lead critical design initiatives while mentoring less experienced team members.

What You'll Do

• Lead the development of mechanical systems and assemblies for advanced medical device products.
• Transform product requirements into innovative, practical engineering solutions that balance performance, reliability, manufacturability, and cost.
• Create detailed 3D models, component designs, and engineering documentation using SolidWorks.
• Guide projects through concept generation, prototyping, verification testing, and production readiness.
• Partner with quality, manufacturing, systems, software, and electrical engineering teams to support successful product development efforts.
• Evaluate technical risks, identify design improvements, and recommend solutions that support program objectives.
• Support design verification and validation activities, ensuring product performance aligns with regulatory and customer requirements.
• Contribute expertise in electromechanical integration, component selection, and mechanical system architecture.
• Apply design-for-manufacturing principles to ensure scalable and efficient production processes.
• Participate in technical reviews, provide design recommendations, and communicate project status to stakeholders.
• Utilize engineering analysis and sound judgment to resolve challenging mechanical design issues.
• Develop clear technical reports, design specifications, test protocols, and engineering records.
• Share technical knowledge across the organization through mentoring, coaching, and peer collaboration.
• Support ongoing improvements to engineering processes, tools, and development methodologies.
• Leverage experience with fluid handling, valve technologies, or cryogenic systems when applicable.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or a related technical discipline.
• 6+ years of professional mechanical engineering experience, or equivalent advanced-degree experience.
• Strong background designing products within regulated engineering environments.
• Advanced proficiency with SolidWorks, including complex part modeling, assemblies, and drawing creation.
• Experience developing electromechanical products from concept through manufacturing.
• Demonstrated success leading technical workstreams, projects, or major product subsystems.
• Solid understanding of design verification, prototyping, testing, and product development best practices.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with the ability to solve complex engineering challenges.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams.
• Proven ability to document technical work clearly and accurately.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Experience working with Class II or Class III medical devices.
• Knowledge of fluid systems, valve technologies, or cryogenic equipment.
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes such as machining, molding, assembly, and product transfer activities.
• Experience supporting product development in a regulated industry environment.
• Prior experience mentoring engineers or providing technical leadership.
• Working knowledge of risk management and design controls within product development programs.

Why Join Us?

This role offers the opportunity to work on meaningful technology that impacts patient lives while collaborating with a highly skilled engineering team. You'll have the autonomy to influence design decisions, contribute to innovative product solutions, and help shape products from initial concept through successful commercialization.

Work Environment

This position operates in a multidisciplinary engineering setting that combines office, laboratory, and prototype development activities. Engineers regularly engage with cross-functional teams, participate in hands-on testing, and utilize modern CAD and product development tools. The environment encourages innovation, technical curiosity, and continuous improvement while maintaining the quality and documentation standards required for medical device development.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Saint Paul, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $65.00/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. 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 Saint Paul,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 6, 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.

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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.