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Engineering Technical Specialist
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What they do
A Manufacturing Process Engineer develops workflow, work station, and equipment improvement recommendations within a company's manufacturing environment. Fine tunes manufacturing processes by researching, designing, modifying, and testing manufacturing methods and equipment. Evaluates manufacturing processes, applies knowledge of product design, fabrication, assembly, tooling, and material.
$90,041 / year median in Illinois
-4% projected decline
Job Description
Engineering Technical Specialists in this discipline could focus on delivering design solutions, system integration and field validation for engineered products and systems. A central theme could be applying technical depth across mechanical, electrical or controls engineering to support product development and manufacturing applications. Please note the content of this advert does not represent a live vacancy. About the opportunity This is an opportunity to register your interest in future Engineering Technical Specialist roles within a technical engineering environment, roles that could support the delivery of engineered solutions across design, integration and field application. Roles of this type may sit within a collaborative engineering culture where technical expertise in CAD, design standards, system integration and testing protocols could be valued. The work could involve partnering across design and manufacturing teams to validate solutions, support field applications and maintain design quality under established engineering standards, with scope to apply deep technical knowledge to solve complex integration challenges. Typical role overview
Location:
Chicago, Illinois, USA Type:
Contract
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Full-time Rate:
$640 - $880 per day
Discipline:
Engineering (Mechanical / Electrical / Controls) What you would do Typical responsibilities could include: Applying CAD proficiency and design standards to support product development and system integration Conducting design reviews and validating solutions against established engineering protocols Supporting testing and field application activities to confirm design performance and manufacturability Collaborating with cross-functional engineering teams to integrate mechanical, electrical and controls components Documenting design decisions, test results and field findings to maintain design traceability Advising on design optimization and manufacturing feasibility based on technical experience Contributing to the resolution of technical challenges during product development and field deployment What you could bring Most roles of this type require the following: 10-15 years of engineering experience in mechanical, electrical or controls engineering disciplines Demonstrated proficiency in CAD software and design documentation standards Working knowledge of system integration, testing protocols and manufacturing processes Experience with field application activities and translating field feedback into design improvements Strong technical communication and cross-functional collaboration skills Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering or equivalent technical discipline Authorization to work in the United States What roles of this type could offer Most roles of this type offer the following, dependent on the industry and seniority of the role: Opportunity to apply deep technical expertise in a collaborative engineering environment Scope to influence design quality and system performance through technical input and field validation Exposure to diverse engineering challenges across design, integration and manufacturing Potential for contract extension based on project performance and business needs Professional development through exposure to current design standards and emerging engineering practices About Specialist Staffing Group Specialist Staffing Group partners with organizations across engineering, technology and professional services to identify and place talented professionals for contract and permanent opportunities. We work closely with candidates to understand their technical expertise, career goals and project preferences, and match them with roles where their skills create the most impact. How to register interest If you are interested in being added to our database to be considered for future opportunities, registering is quick and easy. No cover letter required. We will be in touch when we are instructed on these roles to discuss the next step in your career. Please note that the content of this advert does not represent a live vacancy or any guarantee of future vacancies, and by responding to this advert you agree to us adding your details to our database for future opportunities.
Benefits
- Professional Development