• Job Description

  Req#: JP-005301552

  Job Title: Mechanical Engineer

  
  

  Job Description

  Collaborate with manufacturing and production teams to support engineering needs, update and maintain engineering drawings and documentation, release and manage prints and Bills of Materials (BoMs), provide hands-on mechanical engineering support to resolve production issues, and ensure design updates are implemented effectively and efficiently.

  Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with manufacturing and production teams to support engineering needs.
  • Update and maintain engineering drawings and documentation.
  • Release and manage prints and Bills of Materials (BoMs).
  • Provide hands-on mechanical engineering support to resolve production issues.
  • Ensure design updates are implemented effectively and efficiently.
  • Work approximately 60–70% on computer-based tasks and 30–40% on the shop floor.
  • Support machine design and component-level improvements.
  • Apply knowledge of hydraulics in troubleshooting and design enhancements.

  Essential Skills

  • Proficiency in SolidWorks for 3D modeling and drawing updates.
  • 3–5 years of relevant mechanical engineering experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
  • Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related field.
  • SolidWorks and mechanical design experience.

  Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • Good understanding of hydraulic systems and machine design components.
  • Proficiency in Team Center and MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
  • Comfortable and effective working on the shop floor.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Self-motivated with a proactive approach to continuous improvement.

  Work Environment

  The work environment includes both office and manufacturing settings, with 50-60% of the time spent in the office and 40-50% on the production floor. The culture is supportive, with many engineers coming from farm backgrounds due to the location in St. Joseph, MO. The dress code is casual, allowing for jeans and a polo. The work hours are Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

  Pay and Benefits

  The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $31.00/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 Saint Joseph,MO.

  Application Deadline

  This position is anticipated to close on Jun 6, 2025.

  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.

  If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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