Elevator Design Engineer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Design Engineer with expertise in CREO to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical engineering and experience with complex system level integration. This role is critical in evaluating and reporting the impact of changes to the elevator system envelopes.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and report the impact of changes, whether from a part or sub-system, to the elevator system envelopes.
• Develop dimensional studies, including 3D modeling, performance studies, cost benefit analysis, prototyping, test plans, or code requirement studies of all affected sub-system(s).
• Collect elevator requirements from stakeholders and de-compose these into requirements for specific sub-systems.
• Interface with multiple value streams such as supply chain, field operations, marketing, factory support, and others to ensure that requirements are met.
• Participate in product support activities including root cause analysis, priority assessment, DFMEA, DFM, and other engineering tools.
• Implement Engineering Change notices and have a strong experience in engineering implementation processes.

Essential Skills

• 3+ years of CREO experience
• Sound mechanical engineering experience with mechanical and system modeling and design expertise
• Experience in developing performance envelopes (duty tables)
• Proficiency in generating 2D layouts and studies (e.g., AutoCAD)
• Strong 3D modeling skills with the ability to analyze interfaces and interferences
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software
• Experience with engineering change implementation processes
• Experience with root cause analysis, DFMEA, and other investigative engineering tools
• Requirements management with team and stakeholders

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Design documentation with Mathcad is desirable
• Previous elevator experience is strongly preferred

Work Environment

This position is based in a manufacturing environment. You will be working with a global team, collaborating across time zones, geographies, and cultures. Our company is a leader in providing innovative and technologically advanced elevators, escalators, and people-moving systems. Our focus on innovation, safety, and performance makes this a dynamic and exciting place to work.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Florence, SC.

The pay range for this position is $45.67 - $55.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Florence,SC.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 24, 2026.

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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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.

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