Embarking on a career in the mechanical trade in Seattle, WA, often begins with an apprenticeship, blending practical experience with theoretical education and allowing individuals to gain skills while earning. Apprenticeships typically span three to four years, demanding extensive on-the-job training under seasoned professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 10,000 mechanical engineers in Washington, with wages averaging around $1,900 per week. The job outlook for mechanical engineers is promising, with an expected growth rate of 11% from 2022 to 2032. Apprenticeships in Seattle offer a pathway to a lucrative career, with experienced mechanical professionals earning upwards of $100,000 annually.
Job Description We are seeking a Mechanical Design Drafter to join the team at an aerospace composite manufacturing company. As a Mechanical Design Drafter, you will use CAD software to create detailed design drawings for mechanical equipment, dies, tools, and controls, contributing to the development of aerospace composite repair equipment, hot bonders, accessories, and materials for the repair of composite structures. You will support engineering prototype builds by assisting in the testing and modification of new products. Responsibilities • Creating Detailed Design Drawings: Use CAD software to develop detailed schematics for mechanical equipment, dies, tools, and controls. • Supporting Engineering Prototype Builds: Assist in the testing and modification of new products to improve performance or meet customer requirements. • Collaborating with Engineers: Consult with engineers to understand the functionality and structure of mechanical devices or systems. • Documenting Technical Files: Maintain technical files for reference and future use. Skills • AutoCAD • Drafting • Mechanical design Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $40.00/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 Seattle,WA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Apr 18, 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 [email protected] for other accommodation options.
See More Details >>Seattle City Light, a department of the City of Seattle, is one of the nation’s largest municipally owned utilities in terms of the number of customers served. Over the years we have worked very hard to keep Seattle's electricity affordable, reliable, and environmentally sound. Today, City Light is a recognized national leader in energy efficiency and environmental stewardship. The Engineering & Technology Operations Division is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to ensure reliable operation of hydro turbine generating units and all auxiliary systems that support the generating units. In this position, you will be responsible for design changes, maintenance and construction of powerhouse and dam support systems, gates, hoists, structural equipment, piping systems, ventilation system, etc. This position reports to the Mechanical Engineering Supervisor. Here is more about what you’ll be doing: • Assist in the generation of work schedules with other department shops and divisions, and to ensure schedules are followed. All aspects of the work shall ensure that department resources are properly and efficiently used. • Recommend projects at our plants and facilities when deficiencies are identified, with a goal of enhancing worker safety and productivity or generation reliability and efficiency. • Ensure customers (Shops and Generating Plants) and other engineering disciplines (Electrical & Civil) are included as needed in the development of designs. • Ensure that designs meet or exceed all Codes, Laws and Ordinances. • Ensure all aspects of your engineering work promote safe operations of equipment and a safe environment for yourself, your co-workers and the general public. • Field site visits are required in this position. As per project needs, the duration of travel to a hydro-generating powerhouse can last several days or more at one time. • Experience with Work Asset Management systems for creating work tasks, preventative maintenance requirements and ordering equipment. Design Engineering • Reverse engineering – review old parts without existing information or drawings. Determine functionality, loading, forces, and calculate/design new replacement parts. • Full design engineering includes calculate part stresses, strains – to be compliant with safety and code requirements and produce drawings with part dimensions, tolerances, bearing clearances, and alignment requirements. • Review designs for code compliance and/or industry standards. • Knowledge/familiarity with ASME B31.1 & B31.3 piping codes Field Engineering • Knowledge of rotating machinery systems and their testing procedures and control systems. • Develop disassembly procedures including tooling and rigging designs for rotating machinery. • Develop assembly procedures for rotating machinery including proper materials, clearances, bolt torque values, alignment and fit up. Confirm shaft run out measurements meet industry standards. • Oversee and inspect work performed by machine shop, machinists, iron workers, and structural welders during generator and support system overhauls. • Knowledge of in-place machining of turbine and generator components including the use of boring bars and alignment verification. In addition to the skills and experience mentioned below, a successful applicant will have experience that reflects a commitment to creating fair and equitable outcomes and has: Requires five years of professional mechanical engineering experience and a Bachelor Degree in Mechanical Engineering or other combinations of education and/or experience which provides preparation to do professional mechanical engineering work. Work Environment/Physical Demands: • Most work is performed in a normal City work/office environment. • Field visits may entail exposure to all types of weather, high noise levels, hazardous/toxic substances, confined spaces and work near heavy equipment. • May be required to work nights, evenings, weekends, and/or holidays. • Overnight travel may be required. License, Certification and Other Requirements: • Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Washington. • Current Washington State driver's license or evidence of equivalent mobility. Desired Qualifications - You will be successful if you have the following experience, skills, and abilities: • Experience with large rotating machinery • Experience with vibration analysis of rotating machinery • Knowledge of welding codes and welding procedure generation. • Experience with Non-Destructive Examination (NDE) methods. • Power Plant, plant maintenance, and maintenance procedure experience. • Power and steam plant operations, hydro plant, and gas turbine operations experience. • Ability to work as a project engineer and manage engineering teams to complete work. Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. The full salary range for this position is $72.38 to $84.28 per hour. Application Process Please submit the following with your online application: • A cover letter in which you clearly describe how your knowledge, experience, skills, and abilities prepare you for the job responsibilities and qualifications outlined in the job announcement • A current resume of your educational and professional work experience. Incomplete applications may not be accepted. Who May Apply: This position is open to all candidates that meet the qualifications. Seattle City Light values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Seattle City Light encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQIA+, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experiences. Job offers are contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by the employment process, including the completion of a background check. The background check will involve a criminal history check, which includes conviction and arrest records in compliance with the Seattle’s Fair Chance Employment Ordinance, SMC 14.17 and the City of Seattle Personnel Rule 10.3. A driving history review may be conducted in compliance with SMC 4.79.020.Applicants will be provided an opportunity to explain or correct background information. The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents. More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at: https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits/employees-and-covered-family-members/most-employees-plans. Want to know more about Seattle City Light? Check out our web page: https://www.seattle.gov/city-light/about-us/careers.
See More Details >>RESPONSIBILITIES: Kforce has an enterprise client seeking a Mechanical Engineer IV in Bellevue, WA. Summary: Manufacturing systems engineering Org under Kuiper prod-ops is responsible for delivering test software, test hardware and test frameworks that improve speed and quality of testing of satellite components. We partner with engineering and production teams to bring reliability and repeatability to our test systems, improve throughput and accelerate the transition. Key Responsibilities: • Working with an interdisciplinary team to execute mechanical product designs from concept to production including specification, design, prototyping, validation and testing, using CAD Software • Working with the Operations, Manufacturing, Supply Chain and Quality organizations as well as vendors to ensure a smooth product launch and sustaining • Perform mechanical design and layout trade studies for satellite payloads or structures, ground based communication equipment, and test support hardware contributing to overall system architecture including inputs and requirements from cross discipline teams - Electrical, RF, Optical, Thermal, Dynamics, Mechanisms, Materials, Manufacturing, Assembly, and Test • Create detailed 2D and 3D models and technical drawings • Utilize CAM software to program and optimize manufacturing processes • Conduct design analysis and simulations to validate product performance • Facilitate cost trades on multiple parallel configurations for cost/manufacturability vs design uncertainty • Generate detailed designs via CAD systems and engineering drawings with appropriate geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) • Deliver well-written documentation, reports, and presentations for technical design reviews and as part of proposal efforts • Design and support test campaigns, both development and qualification/acceptance, for space hardware REQUIREMENTS: • BSc/MSc in Aerospace, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Robotics, or equivalent • 7+ years of experience as a mechanical engineer and designer • 5+ years of experience with structural engineering analysis methods and tools • 5+ years using NX CAD for model and drawing creation • Knowledge of MCAD software 3D modeling and 2D drafting • Experience designing mechanical assemblies for electronics • Experience with rapid prototype tooling • Experience with production tooling • Experience in project management • Strong communication and writing skills The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future. We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave. Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law. This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions. Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. By clicking ?Apply Today? you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages or emails from Kforce and its affiliates, and service providers. Note that if you choose to communicate with Kforce via text messaging the frequency may vary, and message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You will always have the right to cease communicating via text by using key words such as STOP.
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