Mechanical Engineer III
Listed on 2026-06-27
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Engineering
Manufacturing Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Automation & Mechatronics Engineer, Process Engineer
Mechanical Engineer III
CTG's long-standing Fortune 500 client of over 15 years is seeking a Mechanical Engineer III to support the installation, startup, troubleshooting, and optimization of manufacturing equipment and automated production systems. This is a hands-on engineering role requiring significant time on the manufacturing floor working directly with equipment, contractors, technicians, and cross-functional teams to deliver capital projects safely, on time, and within budget.
Location:
Wilmington, NC
Candidates must be able to commute and work onsite in Wilmington, NC
Key Responsibilities- Lead mechanical aspects of equipment installation, startup, testing, debugging, and commissioning activities
- Provide hands-on troubleshooting and resolution of equipment and process issues
- Supervise engineering technicians, maintenance personnel, contractors, and trades during installation and construction activities
- Develop and manage project plans, schedules, timelines, and execution strategies
- Review and modify mechanical designs to improve performance, reliability, and installation efficiency
- Coordinate with machine builders, system integrators, vendors, and internal stakeholders
- Create and update engineering documentation, drawings, specifications, checklists, and equipment records
- Procure and expedite materials required for project execution
- Ensure compliance with all safety, quality, and operational requirements
- Assess existing equipment and recommend modifications or integration solutions
- Minimum 3 years of manufacturing engineering experience supporting production equipment
- Strong hands-on mechanical troubleshooting skills
- Experience working with manufacturing equipment and automated systems
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and P&IDs
- Knowledge of mechanical drive systems, pneumatic actuators, and process equipment
- Understanding of process variables including flow, pressure, temperature, level, and rate
- Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
- Experience with AutoCAD and Autodesk Inventor
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Microsoft Project
- Manufacturing floor, industrial construction, or equipment installation experience
- Project management experience including scope, budget, and schedule development
- Experience supporting large capital projects
- Strong presentation and leadership skills
- Domestic and international travel may be required
- Travel duration may range from several days to multiple weeks depending on project phase
- Full-time travel may be required during deployment activities
No third party resumes will be accepted. Drug testing and/or other employment-related inquiries may be conducted. CTG will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable local, state, and federal laws. All interested individuals MUST be able to work on a W2 Tax basis (no C2C or third party vendors). CTG is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
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