EPITEC
POSITION:
Mechanical Engineer
JOB TYPE:
W2 – Full Time – 12-Month ongoing Contract
No C2C
LOCATION:
ONSITE – Decatur, IL
PAY: $26-$30
JOB SUMMARY FOR MECHANICAL ENGINEER:
Seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support product development and engineering processes. This role involves interpreting engineering drawings, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and delivering high-quality, cost-effective designs within committed timelines. The ideal candidate will have strong mechanical aptitude, problem-solving skills, and experience managing multiple projects in a diverse workforce.
Comparable roles include:
- Manufacturing Engineering
- Design Engineering
- Quality Engineer
- Validation Engineer
RESPONSIBILITIES FOR MECHANICAL ENGINEER:
- Read and interpret engineering drawings and schematics.
- Apply knowledge of engineering processes, drawing standards, and specifications.
- Utilize Creo (Pro/E) modeling and simulation tools (or equivalent).
- Perform root cause analysis, troubleshooting, and concept generation.
- Support product development including design, validation testing, and simulation.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver cost-effective designs on time.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE FOR MECHANICAL ENGINEER:
- Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology required.
- 1–4 years of experience (internships accepted if durations are listed on resume).
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS FOR MECHANICAL ENGINEER:
Top 3 Skills:
- Mechanical aptitude
- Ability to deliver results while managing multiple projects
- Experience working within a diverse skilled workforce
Additional Technical Skills:
- Required:Ability to read engineering drawings and schematics
- Knowledge of engineering processes, drawing standards, and specifications
- Proficiency in Creo (Pro/E) modeling and simulation tools (or equivalent)
- Problem-solving experience (root cause, troubleshooting, concept generation)
- Product development experience (design, validation test, simulation)
- Collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality designs
Desired:Proficiency in TeamCenter or equivalent software
- Ability to perform Creo Simulate analysis (or equivalent)
Soft Skills:
- Required:Creativity, verbal and written communication skills
- Analytical and problem-solving ability
- Presentation experience for stakeholder updates
- Team player and detail-oriented
Desired:Ability to work independently and manage time efficiently
DISQUALIFIERS / RED FLAGS / OVERQUALIFICATIONS:
- Lack of ability to read engineering drawings
- No experience with engineering processes or product development
- Poor communication or inability to manage multiple projects
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience with Creo Simulate and TeamCenter
- Strong presentation and stakeholder communication skills
- Proven ability to deliver cost-effective designs within timelines