Mechanical Engineer II

American Contract Group

Raleigh, NC
6 days ago

$55–$60 Per Hour

Highlights

Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product design, manufacturing, and quality assurance, to ensure designs meet requirements and specifications. Participate in design reviews, brainstorming sessions, and problem-solving activities to identify and resolve design challenges and optimization opportunities.

Numbers & Facts

Location	Raleigh, NC
Industry	Staffing/Employment Agencies
Salary	$55–$60 Per Hour
Company Size	20 to 49 employees
Website	http://www.americancontractgroup.com/

Description

Mechanical Engineer II – Product Development – (DFM, DFA, FEA)
Schedule: Full-time | Location: Raleigh, NC | Pay: $55–$60/hour | Duration: 6-month+ contract

Summary:
As a Mechanical Engineer II, you will play a key role in the design, development, and implementation of mechanical systems and components. Leveraging your experience and expertise, you will contribute to the innovation, improvement, and optimization of products and processes.

Responsibilities:

Design and develop mechanical components, systems, and assemblies using CAD software and engineering principles.
Conduct engineering analyses, simulations, and tests to validate designs, ensure performance, and mitigate risks.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product design, manufacturing, and quality assurance, to ensure designs meet requirements and specifications.
Evaluate and select materials, components, and suppliers based on performance, cost, and reliability considerations.
Participate in design reviews, brainstorming sessions, and problem-solving activities to identify and resolve design challenges and optimization opportunities.
Support prototyping, testing, and validation activities, including the design and fabrication of test fixtures and prototypes.
Document design specifications, engineering drawings, test plans, and reports in compliance with industry standards and regulations.

Required Qualifications: Mechanical Engineer

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field. min 5 years of experience in mechanical engineering or product design, with a focus on mechanical systems and components.
Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD) and engineering analysis tools (e.g., Finite Element Analysis).
Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles, including statics, dynamics, thermodynamics, and materials science.
Experience with product development processes, including design, prototyping, testing, and validation.
Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex technical problems and develop innovative solutions.
Effective communication skills, with the ability to present technical information clearly and concisely.

Preferred Skills:

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
Experience with product lifecycle management (PLM) software and tools.
Familiarity with design for manufacturability (DFM) and design for assembly (DFA) principles.
Knowledge of regulatory standards and requirements applicable to mechanical engineering (e.g., ASME, ISO).
Experience with mechatronics, robotics, or electromechanical systems.
Previous experience in a manufacturing or product development environment is a plus.

About the Company
Our company brings together engineering, design, manufacturing, and other cross-functional teams to create, develop, and improve products. We value strong technical expertise, collaboration, innovation, and the ability to successfully take products from development through production.

About Company

American Contract Group is a staffing firm that specializes in offering contract, and contract-to-hire, and full-time staffing solutions for various companies throughout the United States of America.

Our executive management team has over 35 years of industry experience, which provides the expertise to compete in today's business environment. We have incorporated our philosophy of high standards and ethics, excellent industry credentials, and a strong work ethic to create specialized business solutions for all our clients and job seekers alike.

Our primary focus at American Contract Group is to provide staffing services within the engineering or technical fields. If you are a client with a staffing need or a job seeker in need of employment, American Contract Group would like to be your primary staffing source.