Mechanical Engineer (Contract - Durham, NC) For more than 150 years, our client has combined its unparalleled expertise in glass science, ceramics science, and optical physics, along with its deep manufacturing and engineering capabilities, to develop category-defining products that transform industries and enhance people's lives.

With five major business sectors:

display technologies, environmental technologies, life sciences, optical communications, and specialty materials, they are also among the Forbes 500 largest companies in the US. Job Summary We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer supporting high volume cable manufacturing operations. Support production line installation activities via procurement of services, equipment, and parts, design of simple fixtures, assemblies and stands, and interfacing with 3rd party contractors. The candidate should be able to apply scientific and technological principles encompassed in mechanics, hydraulics, and machine design in support of the design, production, operation, and use of machinery of all types. Key Responsibilities

• Requires understanding and application of standard mechanical engineering methodologies with general knowledge of other related disciplines.
• Able to read blue prints and part drawings and familiarity with CAD (Inventor, AutoCAD, etc.).
• Provides technical solutions to a wide range of installation problems.
• Works under minimal direction, supporting a Lead Engineer but independently determining and developing approaches to solutions. Frequent inter organizational and/or external contacts.
• Represents the organization.
• Strong working relationships outside of immediate work group . Required Qualifications
• BS in a technical field + 3 years' experience in Manufacturing This role is restricted to U.

S. persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and other protected individuals under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) due to access to export-controlled technology. Our client will require proof of status prior to employment. We thank all candidates for their application, however only those that qualify will be contacted.

Job Types:

Full-time, Contract Pay:

From $40.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Health savings account Vision insurance

Education:

Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

design of simple fixtures and assemblies: 3 years (Required)

Manufacturing Equipment Installation:

3 years (Required) Problem Solving -

Root Cause Analysis:

3 years (Required) CAD Blueprint reading: 3 years (Required)

Work Location:

In person