Mechanical Engineer – Sheet Finishing | Advanced Manufacturing

Mechanical Engineer – Sheet Finishing | Advanced Manufacturing

Davenport, IA (Onsite)

Full‑Time | Day Shift (with occasional off‑shift support)

$75K – $90K Base

Northwest Talent Solutions is partnering with a world‑class, innovation‑driven manufacturing operation to identify a Mechanical Engineer who is ready to move beyond theory and into real‑world impact.

This is a hands‑on engineering role where you'll lead and support projects that directly influence safety, production, reliability, and quality across a high‑performance manufacturing environment.

If you want to own projects from concept through execution and see your work come to life on the production floor—this role is built for you.

You'll play a key role in driving engineering and operational success, including:

• Leading capital and sustaining projects from concept design through execution and commissioning
• Developing project scopes, specifications, and implementation plans
• Managing vendors, contractors, and external partners
• Supporting improvements in safety, reliability, infrastructure, and production output
• Collaborating with maintenance, production, and engineering teams to solve real‑world challenges
• Driving process and equipment improvements across manufacturing systems
• Utilizing project management tools to deliver projects on time and within scope

We're looking for engineers who bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Agricultural Engineering (required)
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work across all levels of an organization
• Experience or interest in project‑based engineering within manufacturing environments
• Ability to translate design into execution and real‑world results

Bonus if you have:

• Experience in industrial or manufacturing environments (metals preferred)
• Exposure to capital projects or equipment/process improvements
• Knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, or utility systems
• Early experience (or strong interest) in project management and system integration

• Work in a highly advanced manufacturing environment with complex systems
• Own projects end‑to‑end and see direct impact on production and performance
• Ideal for early‑career engineers ready to accelerate into leadership
• Opportunity to grow into senior engineering or project leadership roles

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. (no sponsorship available)
• Role subject to export control/ITAR requirements
• Onsite role with occasional off‑shift support for projects
• No relocation assistance provided