Job Information
Actalent Mechanical Engineer in Long Beach, California
Job Title: Mechanical EngineerJob Description
As a Mechanical Engineer, you will be tasked with designing large and complex product subsystems alongside senior engineers and working independently on other product subsystems. You will control Engineering Changes and prepare required documentation for Agile release. You will be part of a cross-functional team focused on mechanical, electrical, and software design. You will develop proof-of-principle hardware to verify concepts prior to prototyping. You will also prepare project timelines, task lists, and hardware costing for assigned projects. In addition, you will assist in implementing methods and procedures for document control and security, and provide engineering support to Instrument Service and Manufacturing. You will also be required to evaluate field failure reports to determine causes of problems and probability of failures.
Hard Skills
Designing large and complex product subsystems
Controlling Engineering Changes
Preparing required documentation for Agile release
Developing proof-of-principle hardware
Preparing project timelines, task lists, and hardware costing
Implementing methods and procedures for document control and security
Providing engineering support to Instrument Service and Manufacturing
Evaluating field failure reports
Soft Skills
Ability to work in a cross-functional team
Ability to communicate with other department personnel
Ability to participate in group meetings, task force groups
Ability to plan, coordinate, and prepare reports, surveys, research information
Interpersonal skills
Ability to get along well with diverse personalities
Tactfulness
Maturity
Flexibility
Job Type
This is a permanent position.
Work Site
This is a fully on-site position in Torrance, California.
Work Environment
This position requires the employee to frequently sit and occasionally stand, walk, use hands and fingers, and reach with hands and arms. Must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Ability to read and analyze hard written copy and information on a computer screen. Ability to successfully respond to multiple work pressures. Ability to communicate verbally and in writing to individuals and groups. Ability to travel to other locations both within and outside of the local region. Must have a valid Driver's License and access to a car.
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.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
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 actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.