Mechanical Engineer in Novi

Energy Jobline ZR; Novi (MI); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Reliance One, Inc. is seeking a Mechanical Engineer in Novi, MI for an onsite, contract role. The ideal candidate will design mechanical components for material handling systems, create CAD drawings, and support commissioning and field modifications.

Entry-level to early-career engineers will gain hands-on experience in conveyor systems and automotive manufacturing, with opportunities to collaborate across engineering teams and with customers. Benefits begin day one.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering is required.
• 0–3 years of mechanical engineering/design experience.
• Experience with material handling/conveyor systems is preferred.
• Basic CAD design experience is required.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Design mechanical components and equipment for material handling systems.
• Create detailed CAD drawings and layouts.
• Gather project requirements from customer engineers and translate into specs.
• Support fabrication, installation, commissioning, and field modifications.
• Troubleshoot engineering issues during installation and startup.
• Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing to meet objectives and timelines.
• Maintain engineering documentation and revisions.
• Manage multiple projects with attention to quality.

Skills

Mechanical design

Problem solving

Communication

Attention to detail

Project prioritization

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD

MS Office

Job description

Mechanical Engineer

Location: Novi, MI Onsite

Contract

Salary: $60,000

Benefits Begin Day 1

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Position Overview

Reliance One, Inc. is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join a growing engineering team supporting the design and development of advanced material handling systems. This role is responsible for designing mechanical components and equipment, creating detailed CAD drawings, supporting system commissioning, and collaborating with customers to develop innovative engineering solutions. This is an excellent opportunity for an entry-level to early-career engineer looking to gain hands-on experience in material handling, conveyor systems, and automotive manufacturing.

What You'll Be Doing

• Design and develop mechanical components, equipment, and machinery for material handling systems.
• Create detailed engineering drawings and layouts using CAD software.
• Interface with customer engineers to gather project requirements and translate them into functional technical specifications.
• Support fabrication, installation, commissioning, and field modifications of mechanical systems.
• Assist with troubleshooting and resolving engineering-related issues during installation and startup.
• Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to ensure project objectives and timelines are met.
• Maintain accurate engineering documentation and design revisions.
• Support multiple engineering projects while maintaining high attention to detail and quality.

Qualifications – What You Bring (Must Haves)

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 0–3 years of mechanical engineering and design experience.
• 0–3 years of experience with material handling systems or conveyor systems.
• Basic CAD design experience.
• Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• High attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Good mechanical aptitude.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications (Added Bonus)

• Experience with material handling or conveyor system design.
• Knowledge of automotive manufacturing environments.
• Experience with MRP systems.
• Familiarity with structural engineering concepts.
• Previous or co-op experience in manufacturing or industrial engineering.

Work Environment & Travel

• Office-based design work with occasional field support.
• Must be able to climb ladders and scaffolding when supporting installations.
• Ability to sit for extended periods while performing CAD design work.
• Occasional walking, standing, bending, and light lifting.
• Availability to work weekends, nights, overtime, and holidays as project needs require.
• Travel required to support customer sites and commissioning activities.

Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) Statement

Reliance One, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to , , , , , , status, protected veteran status, , or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.