Job Information
Actalent Project Engineer in Allegan, Michigan
Job Title: Project Engineer
Job Description
The Project Engineer will design custom material handling machines and manage the entire project lifecycle from the concept provided by the sales team. They will engineer and design the machine in SolidWorks, select appropriate components, perform all drawings, and make any necessary design modifications.
Responsibilities
Design custom and standard equipment based on a thorough understanding of customers’ specifications and application needs using commonly accepted engineering practices and current industry standards.
Work with the engineering team to design machine control systems to meet customer specifications and application requirements, including understanding electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic system schematics.
Provide engineering information and complete design documentation for manufacturing, and follow up as necessary for timely and cost-effective equipment manufacture.
Offer engineering expertise and support to the machine design team.
Troubleshoot and solve problems on equipment in design, fabrication, assembly, and field installations.
Actively pursue and develop positive, long-term customer relationships by providing the highest level of customer service.
Work closely with vendors to stay up to date on leading-edge technologies that could be used in the equipment.
Collaborate with management to achieve department goals related to product quality, project schedule, and corporate financial objectives.
Essential Skills
Experience in custom machine design.
Proficiency in SolidWorks.
Hydraulic and pneumatic experience.
FEA / Structural Analysis - capable of performing calculations related to structures and loads.
Experience managing projects from start to finish, including ERP, BOM, and material handling.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience with ERP systems and BOM creation.
Material handling experience (e.g., bulk bag filling, dischargers, feeders, hoppers).
Engineering degree.
Work Environment
The Project Engineer will report to the Engineering Manager. The team consists of about 40 employees, including 6 mechanical engineers and 2 electrical engineers. While there are no direct reports, the Project Engineer will assign workloads to designers and detailers, establish timelines, and oversee their work. The work week is typically 45 hours, with time split evenly between design work and project management.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $33.65 - $43.27/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 Allegan,MI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 28, 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.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
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 (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.