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Actalent Mechanical Engineer in Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Job Title: Mechanical EngineerJob Description
Responsible for engineering and project administration activities related to specific circuit breaker product families. Perform engineering analyses, including thermal, electromagnetic, dynamic, and structural, using experience applying basic engineering principles. Ensure compliance with specific ratings, product specifications, and standards requirements. Participate in cross-functional teams with Manufacturing, Quality, Marketing, and Procurement functions. Perform methodical problem solving to assist in product line production. Support design activities, such as brainstorming, database management and development, design/peer reviews, and general analysis, including tolerance analysis, using experience with basic machine design. Ensure products meet requirements for Design for Manufacturing (DFM). Assist in root cause analysis by way of the 5 Why and Ishikawa processes.
Responsibilities
Conduct engineering and project administration activities for circuit breaker product families.
Perform thermal, electromagnetic, dynamic, and structural engineering analyses.
Ensure compliance with ratings, product specifications, and standards.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Manufacturing, Quality, Marketing, and Procurement.
Solve production-related problems methodically.
Support design activities including brainstorming, database management, design reviews, and tolerance analysis.
Ensure products are designed for manufacturing (DFM).
Assist in root cause analysis using the 5 Why and Ishikawa processes.
Essential Skills
Bachelor's degree in an engineering-related field (electrical, mechanical, industrial).
Minimum of 5 years in a high production manufacturing environment.
Proficient in Design for Manufacturing (DFM).
Experience with Bill of Material (BOM) creation, modification, and documentation.
Strong understanding of basic engineering principles and machine design.
Proficiency in CAD/CAM software.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Knowledge of FMEA, GD&T, FEA, and other mechanical engineering analysis tools.
Experience with continuous improvement processes.
Familiarity with root cause analysis tools such as Ishikawa and 5 Why.
Work Environment
This role will be onsite in Cedar Rapids, supporting product development. Travel is required 10% of the time.
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.
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