PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS A 70% TRAVEL ROLE

Job Title: Entry Level Mechanical Engineer

Job Description

Mechanical Field Service Engineers conduct a broad range of inspection, engineering, and supervisory tasks in support of in-house test, installation, start-up, and service/repair of the full range of industrial equipment.

Responsibilities

Conduct inspections and perform engineering tasks related to industrial equipment.Provide supervisory support for installation, start-up, and service/repair of equipment.Troubleshoot and resolve issues with motor-controlled hydraulic and pneumatic industrial machines.Troubleshoot Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs).Read and interpret electrical schematics and blueprints.Assist companies with the installation of new systems.Write and develop project plans, test plans, and equipment manuals.

Essential Skills

Field Service Engineering experience with motor-controlled hydraulic and pneumatic industrial machines.Proficiency in reading electrical schematics and blueprints.Strong communication skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering is preferred.Previous experience in the field dealing with mechanical (hydraulic, pneumatic systems) and electrical (PLC, motor controls, sensors) systems.Extensive travel capability of up to 70% both domestically and internationally.

Work Environment

When not traveling, you will work onsite with the Field Service team in an office setting. Travel involves visiting various locations, including international destinations such as China, Japan, and India, where environments may be industrial and challenging. In the US, you will be sent to different customer locations, primarily foundries. All locations are safe, with trips lasting from a few days to up to six weeks. The role offers excellent training experience, benefits, and low attrition due to profit-sharing and bonus plans.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Westampton, NJ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $33.65 - $33.65/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 Westampton,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 13, 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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