Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Engineer

Major Automotive Manufacturer | Production & Body Shop Environment

Are you a hands‑on Mechanical Engineer passionate about precision, automation, and solving complex manufacturing challenges? A leading automotive manufacturer is seeking a driven engineering professional to support dimensional quality, process optimization, and tooling improvement initiatives within their highly automated body shop operations.

In this role, you'll work at the intersection of engineering, manufacturing, and advanced automation - analyzing data, improving processes, and collaborating with cross‑functional teams to ensure dimensional compliance for world‑class vehicles.

What You'll Do

+ Analyze dimensional data to uncover trends, identify root causes, and recommend improvements.

+ Partner with production, maintenance, suppliers, and other stakeholders to resolve dimensional issues and implement corrective actions.

+ Support deployment of key quality frameworks, including BIQ IV, the 6 Pillars of Quality, and process control plans.

+ Use advanced dimensional analysis tools such as GDIS and Dimensional Data Manager to monitor performance and track long‑term metrics.

+ Lead or support engineering projects related to tooling, equipment, robotics, and manufacturing processes.

+ Work directly with skilled trades to execute tooling adjustments, equipment upgrades, and optimization initiatives on the production floor.

What You Bring Essential Qualifications

+ Experience working in a manufacturing or production environment.

+ Proficiency in CMM, GD&T, and dimensional analysis methodologies.

+ Strong working knowledge of GDIS or similar systems.

+ Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or at least 4 years of relevant dimensional/manufacturing experience.

Preferred Background

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Experience with 3D measurement and scanning technologies such as CMM, ENOS, Perceptron, FARO, and Scan Works.

+ Exposure to automated systems and robotics is a plus.

Work Environment

+ 75% of your time will be spent on the production floor in a fast‑paced, highly automated body shop.

+ 25% will be in an engineering office environment.

+ Required PPE includes safety glasses, high‑visibility vest, and arm protection.

+ You'll be part of a team actively integrating new robotics and upgrading existing automation systems.

If you're excited about contributing to cutting‑edge automotive manufacturing and want a role where your engineering expertise truly makes an impact, we'd love to hear from you. This is a chance to grow, innovate, and shape the future of vehicle production - step into a role that will challenge you, support you, and expand your career potential. Apply today and take the next step forward in your engineering journey.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Wentzville, MO.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $38.00 - $44.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Wentzville,MO.

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 5, 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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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