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Kethos

Robotics Engineer

Saugatuck, MI · On-site

Your focus will be programming control routines, setting up machine safety systems, integrating vision systems, and managing various sensors and actuation controls. Key Responsibilities * Program ...

Aampower

Sr. System Engineer - Swaybar

Detroit, MI · On-site

$103K - $141K/yr

Supports system engineering in the definition of performance requirements, architecture, and interfaces for subsystems such as eMachine, EE Hardware, Gearbox, SW, Controls, Actuation mechanism ...

Actalent

Application Engineer

Plymouth, MI

$36 - $38/hr

Job Title: Application Engineer The Application Engineer supports validation and integration of ... This role focuses on calibration, verification, and validation of electronic brake actuation and ...

Epitec

Controls Engineer 3

Detroit, MI · On-site

$56/hr

Controls Engineer Location: Detroit, MI Pay Range: $56 per hour Job Type: W2 Contract Expected ... Configure and integrate sensors, actuators, and other industrial control devices. * Perform system ...

Sciprex

Body Electronics Design & Release Engineer

Novi, MI · On-site

$37.75 - $43.25/hr

... actuators, and electromechanical systems for next-generation electric vehicles. This role serves as the engineering owner (DRE) for assigned body electronics commodities, partnering with Tier 1 ...

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What does an actuator engineer do?

An Actuator Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and testing actuators, which are devices that convert energy into motion in mechanical systems. They work on selecting appropriate actuator types (such as electric, hydraulic, or pneumatic), ensuring the devices meet technical requirements, and integrating them into larger systems. Actuator Engineers often collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize performance, reliability, and efficiency of the actuators in applications like robotics, automotive, aerospace, and industrial automation.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an actuator engineer?

To thrive as an Actuator Engineer, you generally need a solid background in mechanical or electrical engineering, with expertise in electromechanical systems and motion control. Familiarity with CAD software, simulation tools (such as MATLAB/Simulink), and industry certifications in automation or mechatronics is often required. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective teamwork skills help an actuator engineer excel in both design and troubleshooting contexts. These competencies ensure the reliable development and integration of actuators, which are critical for the performance and safety of automated systems.

What are the typical challenges actuator engineers face when integrating actuators into complex systems?

Actuator Engineers often encounter challenges related to ensuring compatibility between actuators and the mechanical, electrical, or control systems they interact with. Common issues include managing space constraints, meeting strict performance requirements, mitigating unwanted vibrations, and ensuring reliable communication with control units. Successful Actuator Engineers collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams, including mechanical designers, software developers, and system integrators, to address these challenges and optimize actuator performance within the overall system.

What is the difference between Actuator Engineer vs Mechanical Engineer?

AspectActuator EngineerMechanical Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Mechanical, Electrical, or Mechatronics Engineering; often certifications in control systemsBachelor's in Mechanical Engineering; may include certifications in CAD or project management
Work EnvironmentDesigning and testing actuators, working in R&D labs or manufacturing facilitiesDesigning mechanical systems, working in design offices, manufacturing plants, or field sites
Industry UsageAutomotive, aerospace, robotics, industrial automationAutomotive, aerospace, manufacturing, product design

While both roles involve engineering principles, Actuator Engineers focus specifically on designing and developing actuators used in automation and robotics, whereas Mechanical Engineers have a broader scope, working on various mechanical systems and components across industries.

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Lead Systems Engineer

Strattec Security Corp.

Auburn Hills, MI • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 3 days ago

Job description

At Strattec, we’re reshaping how people experience and interact with their vehicles by making access seamless, secure, and safe. In partnership with leading OEMs, we design and deliver highly engineered solutions that create the ultimate access experience for consumers. 

What sets us apart is how we work and the people who make it happen. Guided by our culture pillars, Think New, Do Together, and Own It, we collaborate across disciplines and take ownership of meaningful challenges. Our people bring new ideas to life and turn ambition into impact. 

If you’re an integrator, problem solver, or forward thinker who wants to do work that matters, you’ll find the opportunity here to grow your craft and contribute to something bigger that shapes the future of the automotive industry. 

Ready to help shape the future of access? Join us at Strattec. 

What We Offer 

Our benefits package is designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and life outside of work. 

  • Competitive compensation package, including base pay, regular salary reviews, and short-term incentive opportunities 

  • Comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage with eligibility starting day one 

  • Paid time off for vacation, holidays, sick time, and bereavement for eligible employees 

  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match up to 5 percent and immediate vesting 

  • Company-paid life insurance coverage to support you and your beneficiaries 

  • Wellness program supporting physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing, plus opportunities to volunteer and give back to your community 

  • Additional local benefits may apply depending on location or facility 

SUMMARY:

  • The Lead Product Engineer at Strattec will lead the design and engineering development of electro-mechanical products for various automotive closure systems.
  • Need to have experience in designing, engineering and developing electro-mechanical devices.
  • Power sliding door actuators, power deck-lid actuators, power lift-gate actuators, power side door actuators and power running board actuators are among the products that will be developed.
  • The above electro-mechanical actuators may include motors, clutches, gearboxes, injection molded plastics, powdered metal components, stampings, roll formed components, extrusions and castings.
  • The lead product engineer will be supported by various other engineers in the group. This team of engineers will develop the entire drive unit mechanism for the power closure system.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Responsible for product design, engineering and development of assigned programs.
  • Leads multi-disciplined design reviews on programs assigned.
  • Maintains BOM on assigned products.
  • Coordinates prototype builds on assigned programs, including development of prototype build control plan.
  • Works closely with manufacturing engineers and purchasing on component procurement.
  • Represents Strattec in weekly Program Development Team meetings with customer.
  • Utilizes the Strattec Program Development Process (PDP) for program implementation.
  • Periodic travel required (~10%).

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Must be able to conceptualize, plan and develop small electro-mechanical devices and mechanisms.
  • Must be able to perform strength of material and static force calculations.
  • Must have experience with MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project).
  • Must have experience in performing tolerance stacks.
  • Must have experience dimensioning and applying tolerances to components and assemblies.
  • Must have a working knowledge of GD&T principles.
  • Must have experience with design for manufacturability/assembly (mechanisms, metal stampings, plastic injection molded parts, die cast parts, gears etc).
  • Must have experience in working with CAE analysis team (FEA, ADAMS, Moldflow etc).

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE :

  • BSME is required (Mechanical Engineering).
  • 10+ years of experience in product development required.
  • Mechatronics, Mechanisms and/or Electro-mechanical system design experience is required.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

  • Good oral and written English language skills. 
  • Korean language is preferred.
  • Spanish language is desirable.
  • Strong technical writing skills are required.

Strattec is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to status as a protected veteran or a qualified individual with a disability, or other protected status such as race, religion, color, national origin, sex, and age. 

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