Job Title: Sr. Design Engineer Job Description The Design Engineer will be involved with a variety of engineering initiatives that focus on New Product Development (NPD) and continuous improvement of existing products to exceed customer expectations, national standards, and internal requirements for quality, cost, and manufacturability. Key Accountabilities: * Design mechanical components and systems for NPD initiatives related to the following product lines: backflow preventers, pressure reducing valves, automatic control valves, and fire protection products. * Direct involvement in all aspects of product development, including ideation, prototyping, design verification, and production validation. * Drive innovative idea generation by obtaining real-world exposure to product installations through job site and customer visits, and incorporate ideas into new product designs. * Evaluate customer feedback, customer requirements, existing product designs, and performance standards to support the development of new products. * Research, make recommendations, and execute product design enhancements or modifications to support cost reduction and quality improvements. * Collaborate with engineers and lab technicians to develop and execute in-house validation tests and field test programs. * Obtain third party product listings and certifications for new products. * Collaborate with the drafting/design team to properly document all new designs within the document control system, including 2D drawings, 3D models, bills of materials, and technical literature. * Maintain a safe and clean working environment by following procedures, rules, and regulations. * Any other job duties as assigned; a wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. Hard Skills * AutoCad Inventor * Design mechanical components and systems for NPD initiatives * 2D drawings * 3D models Job Type This is a permanent position. Work Site This is a fully on-site position in Paso Robles, California. Work Environment Working on a team of 13 people. Some domestic or international travel may be required. 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. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are 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 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 process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.