Mechanical Engineer

Kelly Services; Alpharetta (GA); On-site; USD 77,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Service bonus plans

Group-rate insurance options

Job summary

Kelly Services seeks a hands-on Mechanical Engineer contractor in Alpharetta, GA, onsite for a 1-year term with potential extensions. You will support production and sustaining engineering for ruggedized displays and packaging, troubleshoot issues on the shop floor, and drive RCCAs to closure with detailed documentation.

The role requires a strong background in Creo/SolidWorks, collaboration with cross-functional teams, and the ability to work with a remote Mechanical Engineering Manager in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Level III Mechanical Engineer with 8+ years of experience in mechanical design or production support.
• Proficiency in Creo and SolidWorks for 3-D modeling and drawings.
• Experience in production environments, troubleshooting mechanical issues, and driving corrective actions.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day mechanical engineering support to Production and Operations for ruggedized displays, modules, and packaging assemblies.
• Investigate and resolve production-related mechanical issues with shop-floor teams.
• Lead RCCA investigations and drive issues to closure with documentation.
• Update drawings/models in Creo/SolidWorks/Inventor reflecting changes and feedback.
• Draft and process ECRs/ECOs for design updates and manufacturing changes.
• Collaborate with Electrical Engineering on integration issues.

Skills

Hands-on engineering

Troubleshooting

Root Cause Analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Creo

SolidWorks

Inventor

Job description

Job Title : Mechanical Engineer

Location : Alpharetta, GA - ONSITE

Duration : 1 year with possible extensions

Pay : $56-$60/hr. (depending on experience)

Shift : 9-80 Schedule. 1 st Shift- 8am start time

Position Overview:

• Our client is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Contractor to support production and sustaining engineering activities for ruggedized displays and electronics packaging at our Alpharetta, GA facility.
• This is an in-person role requiring daily on-site presence to work closely with Production, Operations, Electrical Engineering, Quality Assurance, and Program Management teams.
• This contractor will work alongside one other mechanical engineer on-site and will report to a Mechanical Engineering Manager based in Gulf Breeze, FL.
• The ideal candidate is a hands-on, detail-oriented engineer who thrives in a fast-paced production environment, can quickly troubleshoot mechanical issues on the floor, and is comfortable driving root cause corrective actions (RCCAs) to closure.
• This role offers the opportunity to directly impact product quality and production efficiency for military-grade ruggedized systems.

Job responsibilities may include:

• Provide day-to-day mechanical engineering support to Production and Operations for ruggedized displays, electronic modules, and packaging assemblies
• Investigate and resolve production-related mechanical issues in real time, working directly with Manufacturing and Quality teams on the shop floor
• Lead and support Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) investigations for mechanical non-conformances, driving issues to closure with clear documentation
• Update and maintain mechanical drawings and models in Creo, SolidWorks, and Inventor to reflect design changes, corrective actions, and manufacturing feedback
• Draft and process Engineering Change Requests/Orders (ECRs/ECOs) to support drawing updates and design changes
• Collaborate closely with Electrical Engineering on mechanical/electrical integration issues for displays and electronic packaging
• Support Quality Assurance with disposition of discrepant material, including failure analysis and corrective action recommendations
• Work with Program Management to communicate status of open production issues, RCCAs, and engineering changes
• Support prototype builds, first article inspections, and production ramp activities as needed
• Assist with creation and review of work instructions, routers, and inspection documentation to support manufacturing processes
• Coordinate with the second on-site mechanical engineer to balance workload and ensure timely support of production priorities
• Provide regular status updates and technical reports to the Mechanical Engineering Manager (remote, based in Gulf Breeze, FL)
• Support structuring of Bills of Material (BOMs/PLs) as required for engineering changes
• This position requires you to have or be able to obtain a government security clearance.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical field
• Level III Mechanical Engineer with at least 8+ years of related experience in mechanical design and/or production engineering support
• Proficiency in Creo and SolidWorks for 3-D modeling and detailed drawing creation/updates
• Demonstrated experience supporting production environments, including troubleshooting mechanical issues and driving corrective actions
• Experience with RCCA processes and root cause failure analysis methodologies
• Ability to work on-site full-time in Alpharetta, GA
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally with Production, Quality, Electrical Engineering, and Program Management
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a remote engineering manager and one on-site peer engineer
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic manufacturing environment with frequently shifting priorities

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Inventor for 3-D modeling and drawing updates
• Experience with ruggedized electronics packaging and/or display technologies for military or aerospace applications
• Familiarity with military standards related to ruggedized product design and testing (e.g., MIL-STD-810, MIL-STD-461)
• Experience with material control processes and documentation systems (Agile, Oracle, EPDM, etc.)
• Background in design for manufacturing (DFM) and design for assembly (DFA)
• Experience drafting and managing ECRs/ECOs in a formal change control environment

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to:

• Constantly move objects and use abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue.
• Specific abilities required by the job include positioning oneself to lift or move objects weighing up to 40lbs.
• Constant movement and use of limbs.
• Specific abilities required by this job include prolonged standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, climbing and frequently pinching and/or gripping.
• Sometimes, working under a microscope for long periods of time will be required
• Frequently observe, detect, discern, and convey information.
• Specific abilities required by this job include near, far and color vision acuity, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Requires good manual dexterity/coordination, and stamina.
• Specific abilities may be requested for overtime during peak business hours throughout the year.

Why Kelly?

Kelly puts you in charge of your career, with access to cutting edge projects and technologies in industry leading organizations. Top companies throughout the world have trusted Kelly as a premier source of engineering & scientific talent and services since 1965. And Engineering & Scientific job seekers know Kelly as a firm with an unmatched reputation for quality, integrity and professionalism. Whether you seek the variety and flexibility of working on short-term project engagements or prefer contract-to-hire or direct hire placement with our clients, apply with Kelly to explore opportunities that suit your specific professional interests.

As a Kelly Services employee, you will have access to numerous perks, including:

• Exposure to a variety of career opportunities as a result of our expansive network of client companies
• Career guides, information and tools to help you successfully position yourself throughout every stage of your career
• Access to more than 3,000 online training courses through our Kelly Learning Center
• Weekly pay and service bonus plans
• Group-rate insurance options available immediately upon hire*

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Please note: The following benefits reflect Kelly's general offerings. Eligibility may vary by assignment, location, and job type. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here (https://www.mykelly.com/help-support-working-with-kelly-us/#Benefits) for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

Why Kelly Engineering?

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