Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Engineer – Contract to Hire – Hilliard, OH

We are seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join a leading manufacturer of high-performance thermoplastic corrugated pipe. This role involves working within a dynamic team to create innovative water management products and drainage solutions for various applications, including residential, non-residential, agriculture, and infrastructure.

• Work within a high-performing team to create new production machinery designs.
• Assist in creating and executing design activities using lean new product introduction procedures.
• Resolve production issues through machine design.
• Perform stress analysis, flow analysis, analyze designs, and validate calculations.
• Analyze design concepts and select the best options using a structured methodology.
• Validate designs and design improvements for high-speed manufacturing.
• Support manufacturing teams by providing design support and troubleshooting assistance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop new products and associated production equipment.
• Ensure the correct level of design is available for tooling projects and align solutions with project needs.

• 2-5 years of mechanical engineering/design experience.
• Proficiency in Autodesk Inventor, AutoCAD, and Solid Works.
• Mechanical design experience, including tooling and tool design.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude.
• Strong problem‑solving and critical thinking skills.
• Experience working as a member of a high-performing team.

• BS in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• 2+ years of experience using 3D CAD for machine design.
• Project Management experience with exposure to PMI principles.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment, such as design for manufacturing or operations support.

The position is based at a new R&D facility in Hilliard, OH. This is an on-site role with standard working hours from 8 am to 5 pm.

Contract to Hire position based out of Hilliard, OH.

The pay range for this position is  36.06 -  40.86/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)

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