Project Engineer

As a Project Engineer, you will provide functional technical leadership across engineering programs and projects, guiding design decisions that influence the performance and market success of off-road vehicle products. You will create and evaluate innovative design concepts, integrate customer insights, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver solutions that meet quality, cost, and schedule objectives. Your work will shape new product capabilities while ensuring alignment with established engineering standards and development processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage costs, including bill of materials and investment, schedule, and performance key performance characteristics through integrated product team meetings with small teams ranging from approximately 5 to 20 people.
• Influence the designs of components and systems to support product competitiveness, profitability, and market share goals.
• Develop innovative design concepts that improve customer satisfaction and help identify new market opportunities.
• Benchmark competitive products, materials, and processes to inform design decisions.
• Plan, conduct, and supervise technical assignments, evaluating progress and results.
• Estimate part and tooling costs and monitor cost performance throughout project execution.
• Coordinate development, testing, drafting, layout, and fabrication activities to meet project objectives and schedules.
• Participate in design reviews to ensure input and alignment across engineering and functional teams.
• Analyze field issues and recommend effective technical solutions.

• Mechanical engineering
• Project management
• Project engineering
• Mechanical design
• Design review
• Proficiency with 3D CAD tools; experience with Pro-E preferred

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering
• Minimum 3 years of engineering experience, preferably in consumer product development
• Broad knowledge of engineering principles, practices, and procedures applied to complex technical problems
• Strong creativity, innovation, and decision-making skills
• Quality-focused with attention to customer needs

The role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams, and the use of 3D CAD tools in a dynamic engineering environment. You will work with small teams ranging from approximately 5 to 20 people, coordinating various activities to meet project objectives and schedules.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Wyoming, MN.

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $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)

This is a fully onsite position in Wyoming,MN.

This position is anticipated to close on May 6, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At 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 people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent 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.