Hiring for a Mechanical Design Engineer in West Hartford! Job Description The Mechanical Design Engineer is responsible for leading the creation and improvement of products that involve the engineering department. This includes the design, development, and analysis of aircraft fuel system components. Responsibilities • Review customer requirements to provide mechanical solutions for thermal and engine system elements such as vapor cycle compressors, thermal expansion valves, heat exchangers, fuel pumps & metering units, actuation systems, and accessories. • Create internal system requirements specifications from customer requirements, including listings of assumptions for further customer discussions. • Generate and perform relevant mechanical design and analyses concerning fuel pumping systems, vapor cooling systems, and/or actuation systems. • Package complex mechanical airborne systems and components. • Lead engineering trade studies and analyses. • Perform detailed design analyses and present results to customers in support of design reviews. • Provide design solutions to resolve mechanical issues. Essential Skills • Experience in design, mechanical engineering, and mechanical design. • New product development expertise. • Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) with 5–10 years of related experience preferred or equivalent 15+ years of aerospace-specific design experience. • Interest in turbine engine fuel/oil pump design, environmental control system packaging, component design, and analysis. • Knowledge of high-speed rotating systems/assemblies. • System design skills, including development technology, trade studies, and requirements/specification development. • Ability to read, understand, and generate complex mechanical detail parts and assembly drawings. • Understanding of hydraulic schematics. • Strong technical communication skills (written and verbal). • Ability and willingness to travel as required. • Proficient in 3D solid modeling, preferably UG NX or Catia. • Proficient in understanding and applying GD&T requirements to new designs. • Ability to perform complex assembly tolerance studies. Additional Skills & Qualifications • Familiarity with casting and machining principles, including additive manufacturing. Work Environment The role involves working in a dynamic engineering environment where proficiency in technologies such as UG NX or Catia is utilized. The position may require travel and involves collaboration with various teams to meet customer needs and design specifications Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $39.00 - $60.00/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 West Hartford,CT. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jun 25, 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. 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 actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
See More Details >>Position Triumph Engine Control Systems’ Electronics Engineering department is looking to fill a position for a FPGA/PLD Electronics Design Engineer in our West Hartford, CT location. Our Design Engineers develop custom solutions for a variety of Electronic Engine Control applications used to perform actuator controls, motor controls, mechanical sensor interfacing, fuel regulation, digital communication, programmable logic design, and input power conditioning, to name a few. The ideal candidate for this position should have excellent technical, analytical and problem solving skills, be comfortable communicating with internal and external customers, must be self-motivated and possess good interpersonal/team skills. Experience with designing Application Specific Integrated Circuits (ASIC), Programmable Logic Devices (PLD), Field Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs) and other Complex Electronic Hardware (CEH) is required. Knowledge of RTCA DO-254 Standard for Airborne Electronic Systems is recommended. The candidate must be able to use various CAD tools (e.g. Mentor Graphics-DxDesigner, PADs 9.X thru VX, Hyperlinx, etc.), generate various documents related to requirements, design, validation, plans, procedures… be able to author technical reports, and work with lab equipment including meters, power supplies, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, programmers, and data acquisition systems. The candidate will interact with various engineers across multiple disciplines within Triumph, including Electrical, Systems, Software, Mechanical & Packaging, Project and Program Management… as well as external compliance officers including Designated Engineering Representatives (DERs) or Organizational Delegation Authorities (ODAs). Responsibilities The FPGA/PLD Electronics Design Engineer shall execute various technical aspects of a given program while ensuring that cost and schedule objectives are being met. Detailed responsibilities include: • Collaborate with other cross-functional team leads and engineers to plan and execute projects • Ensure that teams have appropriate product and technical requirements, direction, and resources to deliver products effectively. • Able to establish realistic estimates for completing tasks or projects, to meet customer and internal deliverables. • Perform requirements development, allocation, and compliance assessment • Generate block diagrams for various PLD/FPGA & Digital design concepts and circuit topologies • Prepare for & Conduct SOI audits, Internal & Customer Design Reviews; • Perform preliminary and detailed analyses/simulations on both Digital and/or Analog Interfaces • Ensure overall compliance to TECS internal processes (e.g. NPI, Standard Work, Design Reviews) • Meet or exceed DFx, Design-To-Cost and Design-To-Weight targets • Support internal and external customer meetings • Support Design Assurance and/or Qualification Testing • Support the transition of a program from development to production Qualifications • Minimum of a Bachelors’ Degree in Electrical Engineering, MSEE is preferred. • More than 3-years of relevant FPGA/PLD design experience. Prior aerospace experience strongly preferred. • Concentration - FPGA/PLD Digital Circuit design focus, with knowledge of Analog interfacing • Excellent written and verbal skills. • Excellent Troubleshooting and Problem Solving Skills. Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Technical Modelling & Simulation Tools (LTSpice, Intusoft, MathWorks/Simulink, Hyperlinx) Actel, Xilinx, Altera based PLDs Design & Simulation Tools Analysis Tools (Mathcad, MS Excel, Minitab, Matlab) CAD Tools (Mentor Graphics suite: PADS, Hyperlynx, DxDesigner) Documentation Tools (MS Word/PowerPoint, Visio, Adobe, Nuance) Requirements & Configuration Management (Synnergy, Omnify, DOORs) Programming (Labview, Visual Basic, eTPU micro-code) Non-Technical Schedule Tracking (MS Project) Internet (SharePoint, Intranet) Benefits • Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage with plan options that provide flexibility and choice (including telehealth options) • Healthcare spending accounts • Paid parental leave • Paid/flexible time off in addition to paid company holidays • 401(k) with company match • Employee Stock Purchase Plan • Disability and life insurance • Incentives and performance-based rewards • Exciting growth and development opportunities empowered by our TRIUMPH Transformation and an entrepreneurial environment that encourages innovation and creativity
See More Details >>Position Overview We are seeking a multifaceted Mechanical Engineer with expertise in testing, automation, and instrumentation. In this role, you will lead a verification and validation testing team of two direct reports, oversee the integration and calibration of sensors and instruments, and design and execute reliability and durability tests on small arms. You will also be responsible for drafting, standardizing, and maintaining foundational test procedures that will guide future test technicians and engineers. Additionally, you will review product requirements documents and develop test plans to confirm each product meets the established criteria. When testing volume is low, you will support larger design projects or address design issues by providing insight and recommendations and occasionally contribute to product designs. This position requires solid problem-solving skills, hands-on testing capabilities, and a forward-thinking approach to data collection and analysis. Key Responsibilities • Leadership & Team Management • Lead a team of two direct reports focused on verification, validation, and reliability testing. • Mentor and develop team members, ensuring consistent application of testing protocols and continuous skill development. • Testing & Evaluation • Read and interpret product requirements documents to create and execute comprehensive test plans that validate product performance and functionality. • Plan, conduct, and document reliability and durability test-firing of small arms. • Integrate sensors (force transducers, accelerometers, etc.) into test jigs and fixtures to capture performance data. • Collect and analyze test data, including high-speed video, to identify design improvements and troubleshoot issues. • Draft, standardize, and maintain test procedures, ensuring repeatability and reproducibility for future test technicians and engineers. • Coordination & Collaboration • Work closely with lead product design engineers to ensure test plans address all product requirements and that test data supports root cause analysis. • Collaborate with product design engineers to address design issues and support large-scale design projects when testing demand is low. • Provide feedback to cross-functional teams based on test findings, contributing to ongoing product refinement. • Travel occasionally (though rarely) to support testing at external facilities or to troubleshoot issues in the field. • Instrumentation & Automation • Recommend, procure, and integrate instruments and sensors to support testing, data acquisition, and analysis. • Oversee sensor calibration and ensure all instruments remain accurate and properly maintained. • Develop innovative methods for data collection and analysis, enhancing root cause analysis and product optimization. • Design test jigs, fixtures, and automation solutions to improve repeatability and reproducibility of test results. • Reporting & Documentation • Prepare comprehensive test reports, including data analysis, conclusions, and recommendations for design improvements. • Coordinate with external testing labs for environmental or other specialized tests not performed in-house. • Maintain detailed documentation of test methods and processes, enabling consistent application and future reference. • Continuous Improvement • Propose and implement design improvements or process changes to facilitate continuous product enhancements. • Identify opportunities to streamline testing methods and incorporate new technologies or best practices. Qualifications & Requirements • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (or closely related field); equivalent experience will be considered. • Demonstrated experience in instrumentation, automation, and testing. • Familiarity with small arms testing, reliability, and durability is highly preferred. • Working knowledge of CAD software (PTC Creo experience is a plus; training available for those with related software experience). • Strong background in root cause analysis, problem-solving, and test data interpretation. • Experience with laboratory sensors (e.g., force transducers, accelerometers) and data acquisition systems. • Proven ability to plan and execute test protocols, then compile and present findings in clear, concise technical reports. • Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills, with the ability to coordinate and manage multiple projects simultaneously. • Willingness and ability to travel occasionally. Ideal Candidate Attributes • Innovative thinker who can identify and implement creative testing and instrumentation methods. • Detail-oriented approach to documentation and process standardization. • Comfortable working in a hands-on environment that includes live test-firing of small arms. • Adaptable to a fast-paced research and development setting, able to shift priorities as needed. • Skilled in mentoring and guiding a small team, fostering professional growth and collaboration. Why Join Us? • Opportunity to work on cutting-edge small arms technology for commercial, military, and law enforcement applications. • Collaborative work environment that encourages innovation, cross-functional problem-solving, and professional development. • Work closely with Senior Design Engineers. • Competitive compensation and benefits package.
See More Details >>Embarking on a career in mechanical trades in West Hartford, CT, often begins with an apprenticeship, blending practical experience with classroom instruction, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships typically last three to four years, demanding extensive training under seasoned professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 27,225 mechanical engineers nationwide, with a steady job growth projection of 11% from 2023 to 2033. In West Hartford, apprentices can expect to earn an average of $1,734 per week, with an annual overtime average of $47,167. Educational institutions, trade unions, and platforms like HireLevel facilitate apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a lucrative career with potential earnings often surpassing $87,000 annually for experienced professionals.
