Product Engineer

Mechanical Product Engineer

Position Overview

We are seeking a Mechanical Product Engineer to support the design, development, and continuous improvement of products that meet customer and market needs. In this role, you will collaborate with Product Management, Sales, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain teams to translate customer requirements into innovative, manufacturable product designs. As a key technical resource, you will manage product changes, support new product development, and drive ongoing product enhancements.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Product Management, Engineering, and Sales teams to understand market and customer requirements and translate them into product design specifications.
• Develop and modify product designs to improve manufacturability, performance, and serviceability.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to engineering standards and design processes.
• Participate in product development activities involving both mechanical and electrical design elements.
• Evaluate and implement new technologies, materials, fastening methods, corrosion-resistant solutions, electrical principles, and strength analysis techniques.
• Create and maintain 2D and 3D CAD models, drawings, and assemblies.
• Serve as a technical resource for customers and internal teams, providing troubleshooting and product support.
• Collaborate with engineers, technicians, and designers to complete design, testing, and documentation projects.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to engineering and technical staff.
• Partner with Supply Chain to identify cost-effective materials and components.
• Prepare engineering calculations, equipment layouts, detail drawings, and bills of materials (BOMs).
• Maintain engineering data, components, and equipment records within ERP/MRP systems.
• Participate in the fabrication and evaluation of prototype products and components.
• Develop testing criteria, conduct product validation activities, and analyze test results to ensure design performance requirements are met.
• Support Engineering Change Requests (ECRs) by preparing calculations, drawings, layouts, and BOM updates.
• Investigate product failures in collaboration with Quality Assurance and recommend corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum of 2 years of engineering experience or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• At least 2 years of experience using 3D CAD design software, such as SolidWorks and/or Pro/ENGINEER (Creo).
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems.
• Strong understanding of engineering principles, technical drawings, and product design processes.
• Ability to analyze problems, gather data, draw conclusions, and implement practical solutions.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment and manage multiple priorities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of steel alloys, material properties, strengths, and tolerances.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and quality principles.
• Experience with product testing, validation, and prototype development.
• Experience supporting engineering change management processes.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Proficiency with precision measuring devices and engineering tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documentation, engineering drawings, and specifications.
• Customer-focused mindset with a commitment to responsiveness and service.
• Adaptability and willingness to embrace change and continuous improvement.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to meet project deadlines.
• Collaborative approach to working across multiple departments and functions.
• Commitment to safety, compliance, and quality standards.

Why This Opportunity?

This role offers the opportunity to be involved in the full product lifecycle, from concept and design through testing, manufacturing, and continuous improvement. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams, contribute to innovative product development, and help deliver high-quality solutions that meet customer needs and business objectives.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Damascus, VA.

The pay range for this position is $75000.00 - $90000.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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)

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Damascus, VA.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 30, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Damascus,VA.

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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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 process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.