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Job Description
Overview
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CTG's premier client has a contract assignment for a Mechanical Engineer.
Type: Contract
Job Title: Mechanical Engineer
Location: Hickory, NC
Candidates must be able to commute and work onsite in Hickory, NC
Pay Rate: Based on experience
Work Schedule: Typical 40 hours per week, may require working weekends/holidays or longer days to support installation schedules.
Education: BS in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Mechanical Technology
A successful candidate in this position will possess strong soft skills as well as:
- Experience with high-speed cable manufacturing equipment is a plus but not required (jacketing, ribbon stranding, buffering).
- Experience with mechanical equipment design, install, start-up, and debug in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
- Ability to manage mechanical and electrical trades executing equipment install and debug.
- Proficiency in design software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or Inventor).
Scope of Position:
The Mechanical Engineer will provide hands-on mechanical support for the installation, start-up, and debugging of high-cable manufacturing process equipment. This role involves collaborating with a multi-functional team (mechanical, electrical, controls, facilities, IT, operations, etc.) and applying mechanical principles across various disciplines.
Travel Requirements:
- Duration: 10/20/24 – 2/28/25
- Expected to be on-site in the plant during the week.
- Travel to a supplier or vendor may be required for equipment check-out before shipment.
Requirements:
- Required Qualifications:
- Education: BS in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or Mechanical Technology
- Experience: Minimum of 5+ years in a similar role
- Knowledge of machine guarding and safety practices and standards (OSHA, etc.)
- Good written and oral communication skills
- Ability to collaborate and work with diverse teams (skills, gender, culture, race, etc.)
- Capable of multitasking and working with minimal direction
- Familiarity with other engineering disciplines (electrical, civil, process, etc.)
Key Responsibilities:
- Coordinate tasks and work plans for team members to meet customer schedules
- Provide hands-on input and insight into equipment installation and troubleshooting
- Support start-up and qualification of equipment
- Verify equipment build and layout against drawings
- Coordinate installation plans with safety and plant receivers
- Collaborate with engineers and vendors to resolve equipment installation or build discrepancies
- Ensure safe work practices
- Update drawings and equipment documentation
Additional Information:
- No third-party resumes will be accepted.
- Drug testing and/or other employment-related inquiries may be conducted.
- CTG will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable local, state, and federal laws.
- All interested individuals MUST be able to work on a W2 Tax basis (no C2C or third-party vendors).
- CTG is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
- CTG is an E-Verify Company.
To be considered for this opportunity, please apply directly through our website by clicking the link below or email your Word version resume and salary expectations to .

