Sr Mechanical Engineer

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Mechanical Engineer to join our team. This role involves complete product design, analysis, and development of mechanical components and systems, from concept through to manufacturing release. The engineer will conduct FEA and FMEA, incorporate customer feedback, and develop supporting technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Complete the design, analysis, and development of mechanical components and systems.
• Conduct FEA and FMEA to strengthen product design and development.
• Develop technical documentation and electronic help files for new product introductions.
• Train and mentor engineers, providing technical leadership.
• Manage one or more engineering projects and recommend emerging technologies.
• Review and improve departmental engineering processes and policies.
• Create and present mechanical design concepts to cross-functional teams.
• Collaborate with Document Control to produce comprehensive design packages.
• Ensure product quality through effective testing methodologies and validation procedures.
• Test and evaluate finished products to verify performance and compliance.
• Review manufacturing workflows and quality checkpoints for proper fabrication.
• Develop and execute testing and validation plans for reliability and safety.
• Prepare detailed engineering reports by analyzing design data and performance metrics.
• Analyze existing designs for improvements and optimization opportunities.
• Research mechanical engineering challenges and verify compliance with requirements.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in mechanical design and SolidWorks for design and analysis.
• Experience in injection molded plastic and sheet metal design.
• Strong background in mechanical engineering and electro/mechanical packaging.
• Ability to conduct FEA analysis and DFMEA.
• Knowledge of product lifecycle, design validation, and manufacturability.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering required.
• 5+ years of mechanical engineering experience.
• Experience with PCB layout and electronics packaging.
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance and validation testing methods.
• Experience in designing consumer products and electro-mechanical devices.
• Skilled in advanced drafting terminology and symbols.

Work Environment

The position offers a progressive work environment similar to a 'Google' environment, with good employee benefits and opportunities for growth. It is based on Long Island, with normal first shift hours (9 to 5) and flexibility based on candidate schedule. The company provides an on-site cafeteria for employees.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Melville, NY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $115000.00 - $130000.00/yr.

Comprehensive benefits include: Medical, dental, and vision insurance programs 401K plans with employer-matching contributions Tuition reimbursement PTO Paid holidays Volunteer time off For more information about benefits, please go to:

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Melville,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 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 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.

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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.