About Careertakes

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Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

This Confidential Client is hiring an Associate Manufacturing Engineer to support capital equipment and manufacturing improvement projects from concept through production release. This is a hands-on, hybrid role that combines office work with time on the manufacturing floor and close collaboration across functions.

• Support Project Managers and engineering teams to coordinate project activities, track actions, and maintain project documentation.
• Assist with equipment installations, Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), Site Acceptance Tests (SAT), and validation activities.
• Troubleshoot technical issues with internal teams and external equipment suppliers.
• Help ensure projects meet safety, quality, schedule, and operational objectives.
• Learn the project lifecycle and progressively take ownership of project tasks.

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Key Qualifications — MUST HAVES

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, Biomedical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to collaborate across cross-functional teams.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Demonstrated technical aptitude and eagerness to learn project management and manufacturing processes.
• Entry-level candidates encouraged to apply (0–2 years experience; internships and co-ops count).

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Nice to Have

• Internship or co-op experience in manufacturing, engineering, or project-based work.
• Exposure to automation, robotics, or medical device manufacturing (highly preferred).
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement principles.
• Experience with Microsoft Project, Excel, or other project tracking tools.
• PMP, Lean Six Sigma, or related certifications are a plus but not required.

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Location & Schedule

• Job location: Mahwah, NJ (on-site requirement).
• Hybrid role with 4 days on-site mandatory.
• This is a full-time, contract engagement (12+ month contract).

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Compensation & Benefits

• Pay: $40.00 USD hourly – $47.00 USD hourly.
• Benefits (for eligible candidates): medical, dental, and vision insurance may be available per client policy.
• Additional details about benefits and contractor pay structure will be provided during the hiring process.

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About the Role & Team

You will work with a cross-functional team including Project Management, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Facilities, and Supply Chain to deliver capital equipment and process improvements. The Confidential Client values continuous learning and will provide opportunities for professional growth while you gain practical experience on capital projects and manufacturing operations.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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