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Title: Mechanical Engineer III (Cable Assembly Equipment)
Duration: 12 months (with possible extension)
Location: Newton, NC (Onsite)
Only W2 candidates are eligible for this position. Third-party or C2C candidates will not be considered.
Schedule: Day Shift- M-F: 8-5
Job Summary
Our client is seeking a Mechanical Engineer III (Cable Assembly Equipment) to serve as a Cable/Ribbon Assembly Equipment Capability Engineer supporting high volume cable manufacturing operations. This role is highly technical and focused on equipment capability, mechanical performance, and process robustness for cable assembly lines. The engineer will be responsible for driving equipment performance improvements, ensuring process capability, and supporting new equipment introduction and line expansions.
Key Responsibilities
Equipment Capability & Performance
Own mechanical capability of cable/ribbon assembly equipment
Establish and maintain equipment capability metrics (OEE, Cp/Cpk, uptime, scrap, yield)
Lead mechanical capability studies, line balancing, and throughput optimization efforts
Identify mechanical constraints impacting line speed, tension stability, concentricity, and dimensional control
Mechanical Engineering & Design
Design, modify, and optimize tooling, fixturing, guides, rollers, payoff systems, and tension control mechanisms
Develop detailed 2D drawings and 3D CAD models for equipment upgrades and custom tooling
Perform engineering calculations related to tension, torque, inertia, thermal effects, and material deformation
Support equipment retrofits and modernization projects
Manufacturing Support & Troubleshooting
Provide hands on technical support during production, trials, and equipment start ups
Perform structured root cause analysis (mechanical, process, interface issues) and implement corrective actions
Collaborate with process, controls, maintenance, and quality teams to resolve chronic equipment issues
Support development and execution of FAT/SAT, IQ/OQ/PQ, and line acceptance criteria
New Equipment & Supplier Interface
Define mechanical requirements and performance specifications for new cable assembly equipment
Work directly with OEMs and system integrators on equipment design, build, and acceptance
Review vendor drawings, layouts, and design proposals for compliance with performance and safety requirements
Documentation & Standards
Create and maintain mechanical documentation including equipment specifications, PM standards, and change records
Ensure compliance with applicable safety, ergonomic, and manufacturing standards
Support continuous improvement initiatives using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
3 6 years of experience in cable manufacturing or cable assembly equipment engineering
Strong hands on experience with ribboning, stranding, extrusion, shielding, jacketing, or armoring equipment
Deep understanding of mechanical systems in continuous manufacturing environments
Proficiency in CAD tools (SolidWorks, Creo, AutoCAD, or equivalent)
Proficiency in data Analysis JMP, Excel, Minitab
Experience performing equipment capability analysis and production line optimization
Strong troubleshooting and analytical problem solving skills
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with ribbon cable manufacturing
Knowledge of tension control systems, dancer mechanisms, capstans, and servo driven equipment
Familiarity with statistical process control (SPC), Cp/Cpk analysis, and OEE
Working knowledge of PLC controlled machinery and electro mechanical interfaces
Experience leading or supporting high speed cable line scale ups
Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma certification
Work Environment
Manufacturing floor and equipment build/commissioning environments
Significant hands on interaction with operating production lines
May require extended on site presence during trials and ramp ups
Occasional travel to supplier or sister manufacturing sites
Contract Details
This is a contract position focused on equipment capability and performance improvement. Contract extension is dependent on project scope and business needs.
About us:
DivIHN, the 'IT Asset Performance Services' organization, provides Professional Consulting, Custom Projects, and Professional Resource Augmentation services to clients in the Mid-West and beyond. The strategic characteristics of the organization are Standardization, Specialization, and Collaboration.
DivIHN is an equal opportunity employer. DivIHN does not and shall not discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status.
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