Project Engineer - R&D

Job Description: Project Engineer We are seeking a Project Engineer focused on Research and Development (R&D) and New Product Development (NPD) initiatives. This role involves designing innovative products, including components and assemblies, to meet evolving requirements. Responsibilities + Collaborate with the Advanced Programs team to execute ammunition research and development programs. + Design new products, ensuring they are producible and affordable, to support the warfighter's evolving requirements. + Conduct assembly and component analysis through hand calculations, tolerance stack-up analysis, and engineering simulations such as Finite Element Analysis. + Assemble and test prototypes in both lab and ballistic settings. + Plan projects and phases, track task completion, and coordinate with functional and subcontracted support teams to drive execution of analyze-design-test-validate cycles for product development and qualification. + Develop and present subsystem and system technical design reviews. + Work under limited supervision, making data-driven decisions and preparing technical justifications and reports for management review. Essential Skills + Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Materials Science; related engineering degrees considered. + Experience in the defense industry. + Proficiency in SolidWorks and CAD modeling with an understanding of GD&T standards. + Experience with mechanical design and analysis tools such as Finite Element Analysis (FEA). + Strong project management and organizational skills. + Excellent oral and written communication skills. + Ability to collaborate effectively with peers, supervisors, and customers. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Permanent resident of the United States (ITAR restrictions). + Experience in customer relations and program/project needs qualification. + Understanding of internal and external ballistics and lethal mechanisms is a plus. + Experience with MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint (MS Project is a plus). Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Janesville, WI. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $115000.00/yr. Company benefits will be shared upon initial conversation with Actalent and any related questions can be answered at this time. Thank you for expressing interest in working with Actalent. u2022 401(k) matching u2022 Dental insurance u2022 Health insurance u2022 Health savings account u2022 Life insurance u2022 Paid time off u2022 Vision insurance u2022 Tuition assistance or financial help for ongoing learning and development Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Janesville,WI. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Dec 24, 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 ( ) for other accommodation options.

Created: 2025-12-12