Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Engineer

As a Mechanical Engineer, you will be responsible for the design and documentation of batteries for Motive Power Applications. You will work on designing, developing, and enhancing products that are optimized for cost-effectiveness, reliability, efficiency, and durability. You will be part of a mechanical engineering team and collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to develop products and systems for a wide range of applications.

Responsibilities:

• Assess design briefs to determine design requirements.
• Conduct and utilize research on user experience, market trends, and functionality.
• Develop solutions to solve user problems.
• Ensure design solutions are user-friendly, cost-effective, and environmentally friendly.
• Create multiple design prototypes using SolidWorks CAD tools.
• Conduct usability tests and modify products based on test results.
• Evaluate design solutions against industry standards and regulations.
• Support vendor development.
• Manage and control the configuration of technical data in SolidWorks PDM.
• Create and update bill-of-material (BOM).
• Implement technical data management within the requirements of an ERP system.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills:

• BS degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 3-5 years of experience in mechanical design.
• Experience with 1000 hours using SolidWorks.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Good understanding of mechanical principles, tolerancing, and strength of materials.
• Experience using GD&T per ASME Y14.5-2009 is an asset.
• Creative problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in manufacturing processes, including weldments, sheet metal, and injection molding.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience managing UL or other certifications is a plus.
• Battery enclosure experience.

Work Environment:

This position requires you to be on-site at our Alpharetta, GA Headquarters location. You will work in office, product development, and manufacturing environments. The role involves sitting for extended periods while working on a computer, as well as standing and walking during meetings and site visits. Occasional visits to manufacturing sites may require wearing personal protective equipment (PPE). Travel may be required to meet business needs.

Job Type & Location:

This is a Contract position based out of Alpharetta, GA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $34.00 - $43.00/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 Alpharetta, GA.

Application Deadline:

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 28, 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.