Duration: 6 Months
Location: 100% onsite at Hickory, NC
Work Schedule: Monday to Friday, approximately 8 AM to 5 PM with flexibility. Standard 40-hour weeks, occasional overtime is possible.
Only W2 candidates are eligible for this position. Third-party or C2C candidates will not be considered.
Scope of Position:
Position will serve as a mechanical resource for Plant Engineering based in the Hickory, NC facility. Main responsibility is to function as mechanical design support on project work to improve existing fiber optic cable manufacturing equipment.
Primary Purpose: Provide mechanical design support for process improvements, cost reduction, scrap reduction and safety enhancements.
Job functions include:
- 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
PPE Required: Safety Glasses, Safety Gloves, Safety Shoes, Ear Plugs
Travel Requirements: Negligible
Required Education: BS in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology degree or comparable engineering experience
Required Years and Area of Experience: 3+
Required Skills:
- 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
- Strong CAD design skills (AutoCAD and Inventor preferred but SolidWorks or similar acceptable).
- Familiarity with mechanical systems and equipment.
- Ability to direct technicians and mechanics effectively.
Desired Skills:
- 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
- Process engineering experience (data analysis, scrap reduction).
- Hands-on mechanical aptitude.
Soft Skills (Communication/Team/Leadership):
- 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 in 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.
Interview Process:
- Initial phone screen with hiring manager.
- On-site interviews include a plant tour and a panel interview with team members and supervisors.
Work Environment Split: About 70% office work (design, planning) and 30% on the manufacturing floor.
Hands on Expectations: Candidate may occasionally perform hands on work during installations or demos, but typically directs maintenance teams or contractors.
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