Mechanical Engineer III

Position: Mechanical Engineer III, Req#: CRNGJP

Location: Hickory, NC (100% Onsite)

Duration: 6 Months Contract (potential to extend)

8-10 hours/day, M-F.

1st round phone screen, 2nd round onsite

Position will serve as a mechanical resource for Plant Engineering based in the client's Hickory, NC facility. Main responsibility is to function as mechanical design support on project work to improve existing fiber optic cable manufacturing equipment.

• Design tooling and/or mechanical assemblies utilizing Inventor or AutoCAD
• Obtain quotes and order components
• Revise equipment drawings
• Develop experimental plans to validate designs
• Assemble or oversee assembly of systems with opportunity for hands‑on work
• Debug and resolve issues when integrating designs into production equipment
• Work closely with a cross‑functional engineering team including IT, process and electrical engineers/technicians
• Work with operations to update documentation and support training as needed

• Safety Glasses, Safety Gloves, Safety Shoes, Ear Plugs

negligible

• BS in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology degree or comparable engineering experience
• Required Years and Area of
  
  Experience:
  
  3+

• Experience with mechanical system design and integration
• Ability to generate or modify mechanical models/drawings primarily using Inventor (or similar 3D CAD software), Vault and some AutoCAD
• Knowledge and application of drafting standards including GD&T
• Ability to work with machine shops/vendors to complete part procurement
• Hands‑on experience with mechanical system troubleshooting such as pneumatic controls, flow control, water cooling systems, etc.
• Experience with manufacturing equipment repair and maintenance
• Experience managing mechanics/electricians for equipment assembly and installation

• Familiarity or experience with plastic extrusion manufacturing
• Experienced in electrical system troubleshooting including low and medium voltage systems, motion control, PLCs, temperature control systems, etc
• Working knowledge of data analysis techniques using Microsoft Excel, PI and/or Power BI

• Works well in a team environment, is a "self‑starter" and "results‑oriented".
• Acts and makes decisions in the best interest of the team.
• Complies with all policies and procedures of the plant.
• Works well with other disciplines (IT, electrical, and process engineering) to fully understand manufacturing system functionality and design requirements.
• Experience working on a manufacturing floor or construction environment, with a strong focus on job site safety. Proactive regarding safety. Seeks to identify and correct potential safety or environmental issues before they occur.