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Actalent R&d Engineer in Fenton, Missouri
Job Title: R&D Engineer
Job Description
Join our innovative team as a Mechanical Design Engineer to lead the design, prototyping, and project management of aerosol dispensing and packaging products. Engage in a role that blends research and development with project management and sales engineering. You will be tasked with designing solutions, managing multiple projects, and working closely with various teams, including QA, manufacturing, and tooling, to deliver industry-leading solutions.
Responsibilities
Design innovative mechanical components and dispensing devices for aerosol products using SolidWorks, focusing on injection molding, metal stamping, and 3D printing.
Manage full development cycles from concept through to successful market launch, including prototyping, testing, and documentation.
Build and test prototypes and evaluation fixtures, conduct performance and lifecycle testing, and drive continuous improvements.
Create and maintain detailed engineering drawings, product specifications, and engineering change orders.
Provide expert technical support to manufacturing, quality assurance, sales, customer service, and external partners.
Uphold food packaging safety standards while ensuring lab and production areas are clean and efficient.
Contribute to team innovation and process improvements in a supportive environment.
Essential Skills
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Package Design, or related field.
3+ years of experience in mechanical product design, preferably in aerosol, packaging, or high-volume manufacturing.
Advanced proficiency in SolidWorks for modeling, assemblies, and drawings.
Knowledge of injection molding, plastic mold design, and high-speed manufacturing.
Strong project management skills with the ability to handle multiple initiatives.
Excellent technical writing, data analysis, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience with 3D printing, Six Sigma, Lean, or project management tools is preferred but not required.
Background in aerosol filling/packaging systems is a plus.
Strong mechanical aptitude with a basic understanding of chemical principles relevant to aerosol products.
Work Environment
The role is primarily on-site at our manufacturing facility in Fenton, MO, with an office/cubicle for administrative tasks. The position includes customer visits approximately bi-monthly, with travel not exceeding 10-15%, typically for 1-2 nights. The work setting involves a mix of office, engineering lab, and factory production environments. Physical demands include occasional lifting of 20–50 lbs and frequent handling of 10–25 lbs. The role offers a flexible work culture with the benefit of every other Friday off, promoting a healthy work-life balance.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fenton, MO.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $47.00/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 Fenton,MO.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 4, 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.