Job Title: Mechanical Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer with expertise in electrical enclosure and switchgear design, sheet metal fabrication, and 3D CAD modeling. This position is ideal for a proactive, detail-oriented engineer who excels in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and can take ownership of complex design challenges from concept to production.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop sheet metal enclosures and copper bus systems using SolidWorks.
• Generate detailed manufacturing drawings and submittals from 3D CAD models.
• Interpret and apply project-specific codes and standards including UL 891, 1558, 508A, and IEEE C37.20.
• Collaborate with fabrication teams to ensure manufacturability and resolve design issues.
• Support reverse engineering efforts and library build-outs for standardization and custom fabrication.
• Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams including sales, field engineers, and production.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering preferred; Associate degree with 2+ years of relevant experience considered.
• Minimum 5 years of experience designing low/medium voltage power distribution equipment.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks.
• Strong understanding of three-phase power systems, power distribution, and protection strategies.
• Excellent communication, technical writing, and organizational skills.
• Self-starter with a problem-solving mindset and a sense of urgency.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with UL 891 standards and project-specific codes and standards.
• Ability to meet with customers and build out design projects.
• Familiarity with electrical components, new product development, reverse engineering, mechanical design, and troubleshooting.

Work Environment

The work environment is a manufacturing setting where you will collaborate with the production team. Initially, the sheet metal fabrication is done at a different site, but plans are in place to bring this process to the Ontario location once a press break operator is established. This role offers a unique opportunity to help build a company with established industry connections.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $39.00 - $58.00/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 Ontario,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 30, 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.

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