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Mechanical Engineer III

Careers Integrated Resources Inc Hickory, NC (Onsite) Contractor

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer III
Location: Hickory, NC
Duration: 6 months
Schedule: 810 hours/day, MondayFriday

Job Description:
Summary:
  • Position will serve as a mechanical resource for Plant Engineering based in clients Hickory, NC facility. Main responsibility is to function as mechanical design support on project work to improve existing fiber optic cable manufacturing equipment.

Job Functions:
  • 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

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

Desired Skills:
  • Familiarity or experience with plastic extrusion manufacturing
  • Experience 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 PowerBI

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 and seeks to identify and correct potential safety or environmental issues before they occur
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Job Snapshot

Employee Type

Contractor

Location

Hickory, NC (Onsite)

Job Type

Engineering

Experience

Not Specified

Date Posted

01/08/2026

Job ID

26-00690

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