Specialist Engineer 1

Aleron; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

Acara Solutions in Orlando, FL is seeking a Specialist Engineer 1 to join a mechanical engineering team on a 12-month, temporary assignment. The role focuses on developing technical specifications, defining requirements, and supporting mechanical systems from design through manufacturing and field execution.

You will work closely with engineering, procurement, suppliers, customers, and project teams to resolve technical challenges and ensure solutions meet design standards and project

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 5+ years in mechanical systems engineering with specs/design/docs.
• Knowledge of gas turbine auxiliary systems (air intake, enclosure, ventilation, fire protection).

Responsibilities

• Prepare technical specifications and evaluate supplier bids.
• Support mechanical systems including air intake systems, air-cooled heat exchangers, noise enclosures, and fire protection systems.
• Review designs and technical documentation to ensure alignment with requirements.
• Provide technical support to procurement, manufacturing, installation, commissioning, and warranty activities.
• Coordinate with lead engineers, customers, suppliers, procurement, engineering teams, and project management.

Skills

Mechanical systems engineering

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Analytical problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

• Job Title: Specialist Engineer 1
• Location: Orlando, FL.
• Employment Type: Temp (12 Months)
• Industry: Manufacturing
• Compensation: $42.85/Year
• Schedule: 40 Hours/Week 1st Shift

About the Opportunity:

• Join a mechanical engineering team where you'll develop technical specifications, define requirements, and support the delivery of mechanical systems from design through manufacturing and field execution. You'll work closely with engineering, procurement, suppliers, customers, and project teams to resolve technical challenges and ensure solutions meet design standards and project requirements.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

• Supportive, team-driven culture that values collaboration, transparency, and accountability.
• Opportunity to grow your career with a global workforce solutions leader serving multiple industries.
• People-first environment that encourages employees to bring their authentic selves to work.
• Strong focus on partnership, innovation, and delivering meaningful results for clients and candidates.

Why This Opportunity is Exciting:

This role offers the chance to join a company that prioritises both people and performance-where your contributions directly impact client success while giving you room to grow and develop professionally.

About Acara Solutions

Acara is a premier recruiting and workforce solutions provider-we help companies compete for talent. With a legacy of experience in various industries worldwide, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and customize visionary talent solutions that drive desired business outcomes. We leverage decades of experience to deliver contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide.

What You'll Do:

• Prepare technical specifications and evaluate supplier bids, including technical clarifications, negotiations, risk assessments, and commercial selection support.
• Support mechanical systems including air intake systems, air-cooled heat exchangers, noise enclosures, and fire protection systems.
• Review internal and external designs and technical documentation to ensure alignment with requirements, customer needs, and engineering interfaces.
• Provide technical support to procurement, manufacturing, installation, commissioning, and warranty activities, including troubleshooting and site support.
• Coordinate with lead engineers, customers, suppliers, procurement, engineering teams, and project management, while supporting proposal and bid activities.

Job Requirements

What You'll Bring:

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering
• 5+ years of experience in mechanical systems engineering, including preparation of technical specifications, design reviews, and engineering documentation.

What Sets You Apart:

• Detailed knowledge of auxiliary mechanical systems of a gas turbine, such as air intake, acoustic enclosure, ventilation, fire protection.
• Capability to handle cross-functional and cross-product line initiatives, domestically and internationally.
• Ability to work as part of a larger global engineering team in a collaborative manner.
• Ability to effectively communicate in both written and verbal form and to interface within a wide range of organizations both internally and externally.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Additional Information:

• Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check.
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
• Under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), all employees assigned to this client must provide documentation verifying their status as a "U.S. Person", as defined in ITAR clause 120.15. A U.S. Person is a protected individual under the anti-discrimination provisions of U.S. immigration laws.

Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.

Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.