Mechanical Engineer

Title: Mechanical Engineer
Duration: Sep 1, 2026 Apr 1, 2027
Location: Durham, NC 27703

Onsite Role

TECHNICAL SKILLS
Must Have

• CAD and Solidworks
• Developing root cause analysis techniques. o Familiar with standards and regulations (ISO, FDA, OSHA, ASTM). o Can operate and troubleshoot mechanical test equipment in the lab. o Developing in the operation of environmental conditioning chambers, equipment calibration and maintenance. o Preferred skills: MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Outlook, TEAMs.
• FEA Modeling (Finite Element Analysis Modeling)

• Mechanical Engineering is responsible for designing and developing components, mechanisms, systems and finished products or equipment.Demonstrates working knowledge of Mechanical Engineering and its application in solving standard mechanical problems.
• Demonstrates working understanding of internal and external customer or business needs.
• Translates requirements into basic specifications and designs with moderate guidance.
• Develops and executes test protocols with moderate guidance. Independently tests, analyzes and solves working technical problems.
• Has developed knowledge and skills in own job family; still acquiring / expanding fundamental knowledge and higher-level skills.
• Applies knowledge and skills to a variety of standard activities.
• Works with moderate guidance in own area of knowledge.

• Design sheet metal, plastic, and machined parts and assemblies for use in automation equipment.
• Analyze and test the design of parts and assemblies to ensure that they meet design specifications, cost goals, and manufacturability requirements.
• Contribute to a multidisciplinary research and development team to conceptualize innovative new systems related to pharmaceutical automation.
• Work closely with in-house engineers and technicians, plus outside vendors, to develop cost-effective mechanical prototypes that also support electrical and software subsystems.
• Document part and system designs for sourcing, inspection, and internal use.

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechatronics Engineering
• 7+ years of related work experience
• Previous classroom and/or work experience with solid modeling and analysis tools, SolidWorks experience preferred
• Excellent analytical, technical, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced team-oriented environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to work across a variety of departments
• Multi-tasking and time-management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel, and Outlook