Product Release Specialist

At Actalent, we are seeking a highly skilled Product Release Engineer to support all aspects of the product lifecycle, including design, testing, industrialization, vendor qualification, and sustainment engineering.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and maintain all technical documentation and engineering change requests.
• Guide and oversee day-to-day activities for product engineers and technical writers.
• Ensure technical accuracy and adherence to organizational standards in documentation.
• Collaborate with other department heads, managers, suppliers, and customers.
• Lead and critique the work of others, providing clear and tactful feedback through discussions and documented mark-ups (redlines).
• Support product development and lifecycle management, including mechanical and electrical product launches.

Requirements:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Highly organized and exceptionally detail-oriented.
• Leadership skills with the ability to provide constructive feedback.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Basic knowledge of MS Office Suite, with advanced knowledge of MS Excel.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings involving both electrical and mechanical designs.
• Knowledge and/or experience in using CAD software (SolidWorks preferred).
• Knowledge and/or experience in using ERP software and managing product data (Sage 100 preferred).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited college/university.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.
• Experience in a manufacturing or automotive environment.
• Experience working with PCBAs, sheet metal, and wiring harnesses.
• Experience in managing Engineering Change Control.
• Basic knowledge and/or experience with AC/DC circuit concepts and applications.

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.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion:

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. We maintain an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection, build a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes, and ensure growth opportunities for our people.