Manufacturing Mechanical Support Engineer
Decatur, IL | ONSITE
W2 CONTRACT ONLY | 12+ MONTHS
30/HR | Benefit Options
DESCRIPTION
We are seeking an Entry Level Mechanical Engineer to support Large Mining Truck (LMT) production operations in a manufacturing environment. This role will work closely with manufacturing, quality, operations, and engineering teams to resolve production issues, support quality initiatives, and drive continuous improvement efforts. This is a hands-on opportunity supporting large industrial equipment and new product introductions.
Responsibilities
- Support manufacturing and assembly operations by resolving engineering-related production issues.
- Investigate and address Assembly Quality Events (AQEs), Built-In Quality (BIQ) concerns, and Continuous Improvement (CI) initiatives.
- Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, supplier quality, and design engineering teams to implement solutions.
- Maintain and update engineering drawings, machine prints, and Bills of Materials (BOMs).
- Support prototype and pilot machine builds as part of New Product Introduction (NPI) programs.
- Create and process engineering deviations and documentation.
- Participate in VOC, AQE, BIQ, and warranty review meetings.
- Perform pre-delivery audits, inspections, and basic mechanical verification activities.
Requirements
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.
- 0–2 years of engineering, manufacturing, assembly, internship, or co-op experience.
- Experience reading engineering drawings, blueprints, and schematics.
- Basic understanding of GD&T.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Strong communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
- Ability to work both on the shop floor and in an office environment.
- Experience with Teamcenter, CAD software, NPI, BIQ, or industrial manufacturing environments is a plus.
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