Mechanical Engineer

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Mechanical Engineer Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Mechanical Engineer to lead the design and development of vacuum equipment, components, and products. The ideal candidate will ensure compliance with specifications, standards, and regulatory requirements while applying advanced engineering principles to solve complex technical challenges and optimize designs. The role involves preparing detailed engineering documentation, procuring custom parts, and identifying opportunities for process improvements, cost reductions, and performance enhancements.

• Lead the design and development of vacuum equipment, components, and products.
• Ensure compliance with specifications, standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Apply advanced engineering principles and methodologies to optimize designs.
• Prepare detailed engineering documentation, including drawings, specifications, and technical reports.
• Procure fabrication of custom parts that meet specifications and are delivered on time.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements, cost reductions, and performance enhancements.
• Contribute to initiatives aimed at operational excellence.

• 7+ years of experience as a Mechanical Engineer.
• Experience working in an advanced manufacturing or semiconductor environment.
• Proficient in FEA (Finite Element Analysis), DFM/DFA (Design for Manufacturing/Assembly), GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing).
• Familiarity with vacuum equipment, components, and products.
• Project management experience.

• Experience leading small projects or technical work streams.
• Provides technical mentorship and guidance to less experienced engineers.
• Participates in peer reviews and helps shape team development practices.

This position requires sitting at a desk and viewing a computer screen for extended periods while working or performing other office tasks. The ability to move around the office, including occasional standing, walking, and bending to retrieve documents, attend meetings, or use office equipment is necessary. Some light lifting may be required, up to 20 lbs.

This is a Contract position based out of Houston, TX.

The pay range for this position is $48.00 - $70.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Houston, TX.

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 16, 2026.

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 actalentaccom (actalentaccom) for other accommodation options.