Job Title: Senior Mechanical Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking an innovative and experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our team and lead the design, development, and optimization of cutting-edge mechanical systems. With a proven track record in delivering complex projects on time and within budget, you will play a pivotal role in driving technical excellence in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

Drive continuous improvement efforts in product safety, product quality, production processes, and cost reduction.Lead cross-functional teams to work directly with customers, ensuring new and evolving customer requirements are understood and new products, technologies, and custom engineered solutions are successfully implemented at strategic customers and across North American markets.Design, layout, and develop engineered solutions for customers in the North American market.Support the implementation of new or modified products, processes, and equipment in manufacturing; support the training of the manufacturing and service teams.Create and contribute to the creation of new concepts and system designs including specification documents.Troubleshoot and fault find machine issues to identify component or design failures, proposing solutions when required.Evaluate designs for compliance with applicable standards and carry out or participate in machine risk assessments.Create, maintain, and communicate project plans assisting to resolve slippages and conflicts.Liaise independently with other internal departments, external suppliers, and customers to identify and resolve issues and potential improvements.Conduct and document design reviews, prototype builds, in-house and/or field tests for new or redesigned products, and custom engineered solutions, designing tests and drafting reports.

Essential Skills

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or an equivalent combination of work and experience.Demonstrable experience working in a Senior engineering role.Development and troubleshooting on industrial systems.Project Management.Proficient in leading technical and non-technical staff from other departments and companies to resolve issues and deliver solutions in a timely manner.Able to translate customer requirements into specifications and evaluate design solutions against those customer requirements.Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and oral and written communication skills.Excellent fault-finding and problem-solving skills.Proficient with the mechanical design of small-scale automated industrial machines.Proficient with design for manufacture and assembly to suit small batch manufacturing methods.Perform a range of standard engineering calculations.Proficient with 2D and 3D CAD, drafting design documentation.Able to interpret and apply applicable regulations and standards.Proficient with MS Office or similar applications, including spreadsheets, word processing, email, and presentations.Willing to take ownership of projects and issues and maintain focus, seeing through to timely completion.Able to take initiative to solve problems and find creative solutions.Must be able to work with both technical and non-technical staff from other departments and companies to resolve issues, deliver improved products, and/or performance.Able to travel up to 15% with periodic evening and overnight assignments, including domestic and international locations.Valid driver’s license.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience and proficiency in designing small-scale automated industrial machines that use motors, gears, pneumatics, hydraulics, and mechanical structures.Proficient in AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and project management.Experience in new product development, 3D modeling, machine design, automation, BOM, drafting, and GD&T.

Work Environment

The successful candidate will work in an office environment from Monday to Friday, 8am-5pm. The role involves up to 15% travel, including customer visits to support machine installations or troubleshooting, in-field product testing, and attendance at technical conferences or conventions. The engineering team has a more reserved dynamic, and candidates should be able to work well within this environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Fresno, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $110000.00/yr.

Medical Insurance (PPO, HMO, & HSA options)Dental InsuranceVision InsurancePaid time off including vacation, sick leave, and holidaysEmployee assistance program (EAP)Retirement - 401k with matchRetirement - Profit sharingFree LTD InsuranceFree Life and AD&D InsurancePaid Maternity LeavePaid Parental Leave

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Fresno,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 5, 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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