Design Engineer

Design Engineer

This position focuses on hydraulic system integration for industrial equipment. While the primary focus is on hydraulics, you will also interact with other systems on the machine including structures, powertrain, engine, and electrical.

Responsibilities:

• Design the placement of components such as pumps, motors, and valves in the machine and route hoses to connect components.
• Complete drawing packages and coordinate the release of hydraulic system drawings.
• Participate in prototype machine builds to identify and resolve hydraulic system issues prior to production.
• Collaborate with the design team and cross-functional business partners to ensure hydraulic system designs meet quality, velocity, and cost targets.

Essential Skills:

• Proficiency in ProE, Pro Engineering, Creo, and Design.
• Strong understanding of Mechanical Engineering principles, especially in ag equipment, industrial engines, and engine systems.
• Experience with hydraulics, structural engineering, FEA, GD&T, and Creo Modeling.
• AAS or BS in Engineering.
• 4+ years of experience in design for hydraulics, hose routings, or similar fields.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Work Environment:

The position is based in Brooklyn Park, MN, supporting new product development. The work environment emphasizes quality and attention to detail, with a focus on creating high-quality products. Onsite workers are valued as integral team members.

Job Type & Location:

This is a contract position based out of Minneapolis, MN.

Pay and Benefits:

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $55.00/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 Minneapolis, MN.

Application Deadline:

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 10, 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.