Senior NPI Mechanical Engineer

HIRING ASAP! If interested in more information/direct feedback, please reach out to me directly at ghilson@actalentservices. com and attach your resume and contact information.Below are some details about the position:+ BENEFITS: YES+ PAY: $60-70 an hour depending on experience+ SCHEDULE: On-site. Up to 25% domestic and international travel.+ DURATION: 3 month contract with potential for extension or conversionRole OverviewWe are seeking a sr‐level Mechanical Engineer to support manufacturing readiness, supplier engagement, and production scale‐up for complex mechanical and electromechanical systems. This role sits at the intersection of design and manufacturing and plays a critical part in ensuring products launch on time, at scale, and with high quality. The ideal candidate brings deep experience in supplier management, new product introduction (NPI), GD&T, and design for manufacturability in fast‐paced, volume manufacturing environments.Key Responsibilities+ Actively support and foster a culture of inclusion+ Provide Design for X (DFM/DFA/DFT) guidance on mechanical and electromechanical designs+ Guide best practices for manufacturing tolerances using GD&T (ASME Y14.5)+ Launch tooling on accelerated schedules while assessing and mitigating project risk+ Review and evaluate external production processes to identify manufacturing risk and implement mitigation plans+ Qualify production processes using dimensional data, control plans, and PFMEAs+ Drive internal and external DFMEA and PFMEA reviews+ Solve complex technical problems across multiple manufacturing commodities+ Manage supplier quality issues, including containment, root cause analysis, and corrective actions+ Propose design changes to improve product manufacturability and testability+ Evaluate and approve Engineering Change Orders (ECOs), including electrical ECOs+ Investigate supplier, production, and field failures to determine root cause and resolution+ Mentor junior engineers and influence cross‐functional partners without direct authorityMUST HAVES:+ 10+ years of experience in mechanical engineering or equivalent applied industry experience+ Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline (or equivalent experience)+ Experience with prototyping and implementation+ Manufacturing process qualification and validation+ Mechanical systems design and analysis+ DFMEA / PFMEA facilitation+ Root cause analysis using dimensional data and statistical methods+ Experience approving and managing Engineering Change Orders (ECOs)+ Exposure to high‐mix and/or high‐volume manufacturing environments+ Ability to mentor, influence, and collaborate across functions without authorityNICE TO HAVE SKILLS:+ Proficiency in GD&T using ASME Y14.5 standards or equivalent+ Strong bckgrnd in manufacturing engineering, with exposure to program/project coordination+ Experience designing complex mechanical or electromechanical products for high‐volume productionJob Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of North Reading, MA.Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $60.00 - $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)Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in North Reading,MA.Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Apr 9, 2026.Diversity, Equity & InclusionAt Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is 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 peopleActalent is an equal opportunity employer.About ActalentActalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we've helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC-with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.