Mechanical Engineer

A Mechanical Engineer is needed for a manufacturing company considered one of the world's leading innovators in materials science in the Hickory, NC area. This position will provide design, integration, and hands-on mechanical support for fiber optic cable manufacturing equipment, leveraging skills in Inventor, GD&T, and system troubleshooting while collaborating with a cross-functional team.

location: Hickory, North Carolina
job type: Contract
salary: $42.44 - 59.42 per hour
work hours: 8am to 5pm
education: Bachelors

responsibilities:

• Serve as a mechanical design resource for projects.
  
  
• Design tooling and mechanical assemblies using Inventor or AutoCAD.
  
  
• Revise equipment drawings and develop experimental plans to validate designs.
  
  
• Source components, manage assembly, and perform hands-on work.
  
  
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues during design integration into production equipment.
  
  
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (IT, electrical, and process engineers).
  
  
• Update documentation and support training for operations.
  
  
• Manage mechanics/electricians for equipment assembly and installation.

Skills:

• Experience with mechanical system design and integration.
  
  
• Proficiency in 3D CAD software like Inventor.
  
  
• Knowledge of drafting standards, including Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
  
  
• Experience with hands-on troubleshooting of mechanical systems (pneumatics, flow control, etc.).
  
  
• Experience with manufacturing equipment repair and maintenance.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor of Science (BS) in Mechanical Engineering or a similar degree.
  
  
• 5+ years of relevant experience.

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qualifications:

• Experience level: Experienced
• Education: Bachelors

skills:

Mechanical

Safety

Maintenance

Pneumatics

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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.