Mechanical Engineer

Akkodis; Greensboro, Winston-Salem, High Point (NC, NC, NC); On-site; USD 69,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

Short-term disability

401K plan

Commuter benefits

Paid leave

Job summary

Akkodis in Greensboro, NC seeks a Mechanical Engineer for a 2 year W2 contract onsite. The role emphasizes design optimization and production support to meet safety and performance standards.

The candidate will redesign components with CAD (CREO/Windchill/SolidWorks), analyze fuel-handling assemblies, and collaborate with sourcing for cost-down opportunities, while ensuring regulatory compliance and tooling support through ramp-up.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical field.
• 5+ years of mechanical design experience, preferably in fluid handling or high-volume manufacturing.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD software (SolidWorks, Creo, or Windchill preferred).
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes such as injection molding, sheet metal stamping, and casting.
• Understanding of Value Engineering (VAVE) principles and cost-down methodologies.
• Familiarity with safety standards for hazardous locations or fuel systems.

Responsibilities

• Analyze existing fuel dispensing assemblies for material, manufacturing, and cost savings.
• Redesign mechanical components using CAD software to simplify manufacturing and reduce part counts.
• Collaborate with sourcing teams to find lower-cost, high-quality materials and suppliers.
• Perform structural, thermal, and fluid flow testing to ensure performance standards.
• Ensure all modifications comply with UL, ATEX, and NFPA safety regulations.
• Support prototype builds, assembly line trials, and early production ramp-up.
• Document design changes, BOM updates, and test results clearly.

Skills

Mechanical design

CAD proficiency

Manufacturing processes

VAVE understanding

Safety standards familiarity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Creo

Windchill

Job description

Akkodis is seeking a Mechanical Engineer for a 2 year W2 contract position onsite in Greensboro, NC.

Pay Range: $50.00 to $60.00 per hour on W2; The rate may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors.

Mechanical Engineer job responsibilities include:

• Analyze existing fuel dispensing assemblies for material, manufacturing, and assembly cost savings.


• Redesign mechanical components using CAD software (CREO and Windchill) to simplify manufacturing and reduce part counts.


• Collaborate with sourcing teams to find lower-cost, high-quality alternative materials and suppliers.


• Perform structural, thermal, and fluid flow testing to ensure redesigned parts meet industry performance standards.


• Ensure all equipment modifications comply with safety regulations like UL, ATEX, and NFPA.


• Support prototype builds, assembly line trials, and initial production ramp-up.


• Document design changes, BOM (Bill of Materials) updates, and test results clearly.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical field.


• 5 years of mechanical design experience, preferably in fluid handling, petroleum equipment, or high-volume manufacturing. OR SIMILAR


• Proficiency in 3D CAD software (SolidWorks, Creo, or Windchill preferred).


• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes like injection molding, sheet metal stamping, and casting.


• Understanding of value engineering (Value Analysis/Value Engineering - VAVE) principles and cost-down methodologies.


• Familiarity with safety standards for hazardous locations or fuel systems.

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act


• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance


• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers


• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.