Mechanical Engineer 2 at Belcan Decatur, IL

Belcan; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 34,845 - 49,628; Full time

Job summary

Belcan is seeking a Mechanical Engineer 2 in Decatur, IL for a 12‑month assignment starting immediately. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in engineering and 1–4 years of experience. You will research, design, test, and improve mechanical devices, interpreting blueprints and CAD drawings.

The position emphasizes drawing and detailing, collaboration with drafting teams, and evaluating customer proposals for feasibility and cost. On-site in Decatur with a competitive hourly pay rate.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering required.
• 1–4 years experience required.

Responsibilities

• Research, design, develop, manufacture, and test tools, engines, machines and other mechanical devices.
• Research and analyze customer design proposals, specifications, manuals to determine time and cost feasibility to complete projects.
• Investigate equipment failures and difficulties to diagnose faulty operation and make recommendations to maintenance crew.
• Assist drafters in developing the structural design of products using tools, equipment or software.

Skills

Creativity

Verbal & written communication

Analytical thinking

Team player

Detail oriented

Sketching & drawings

Blueprint interpretation

CAD experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

CAD (Computer-Aided Design)

Job description

Mechanical Engineer 2 – Decatur, IL

Location: Decatur, IL
Zip Code: 62526
Duration: 12 months
Pay Rate: $30.66 /hr
Start Date: Immediate

Summary

The main function of a mechanical engineer is to research and investigate the design, functionality and maintenance of mechanical products, equipment, systems and processes. A typical mechanical engineer has the ability to make engineering drawings and read and interpret blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Research, design, develop, manufacture, and test tools, engines, machines and other mechanical devices.
• Research and analyze customer design proposals, specifications, manuals to determine time and cost feasibility to complete projects.
• Investigate equipment failures and difficulties to diagnose faulty operation and make recommendation to maintenance crew.
• Assist drafters in developing the structural design of products using tools, equipment or software.

Skills

• Creativity, verbal and written communication skills, analytical and problem solving ability.
• Team player and detail oriented.
• Ability to make sketches, engineering drawings and common computations.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawing, schematics and computer-generated reports.
• Previous experience with computer applications and software related to engineering field, such as Computer Aided Design (CAD).

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in engineering required.
• 1-4 years experience required.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Belcan is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, colour, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.