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What You’ll Do

The Confidential Client is hiring an Entry-Level Manufacturing Engineer to support installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of high-volume manufacturing equipment. This hands-on role requires working across electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems to keep production running safely and efficiently. You will collaborate with production, maintenance, and engineering teams to diagnose failures, perform repairs and minor fabrication, improve equipment reliability, and maintain accurate documentation.

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Responsibilities

• Install, repair, and maintain production equipment, machinery, and facility systems to support efficient operations.
• Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues; identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Perform basic design work, simple fabrication, adjustments, rebuilding, and occasional welding to modify or improve equipment.
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering sketches, and technical drawings.
• Inspect and adjust equipment in response to operator and supervisor feedback to maintain optimal performance.
• Maintain clear, accurate records for replacement parts, part quantities, and preventive maintenance scheduling.
• Provide manufacturers’ documentation, drawings, and spare-parts information to maintenance teams for proper ordering and planning.
• Use rigging and lift equipment (ropes, chains, hoists, jacks, lift trucks) safely to move and position heavy machinery.
• Operate powered hand tools and, when required, stationary machine tools for repairs and fabrications.
• Use precision measuring instruments to verify dimensions, tolerances, and proper fit of components.
• Recommend suitable substitute components or improvements when originals are unavailable or can be optimized.
• Apply basic PLC ladder logic and machine control knowledge to support troubleshooting and equipment operation.
• Ensure safety devices (light curtains, guards, interlocks) are functional and applied correctly around automated systems.
• Repair and replace test cables and related electrical components for reliable testing and monitoring.
• Communicate clearly with operators, supervisors, and maintenance personnel about work scope, schedules, issues, and materials.
• Support continuous improvement and process-improvement initiatives to increase uptime and efficiency.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support production, maintenance, and engineering goals.

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Essential Skills

• 0–3 years of relevant experience in manufacturing, production engineering, or a related hands-on technical role; entry-level candidates with extensive manufacturing co-ops (industry internships) are welcome.
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Electro-Mechanical, Electrical, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related field (or equivalent hands-on experience).
• Strong electrical and/or mechanical troubleshooting ability to diagnose and resolve production equipment issues.
• Basic understanding of electrical power: wire sizing, current, amps, volts, AC/DC fundamentals.
• Basic knowledge of hydraulic systems (cylinders, valves, oil characteristics) and pneumatic systems (cylinders, valves, mufflers).
• Fundamental familiarity with PLCs and ladder logic as they relate to industrial automation.
• Knowledge of light curtains and other machine safety devices.
• Ability to repair/replace test cables and common electrical components.
• Proficient reading and interpretation of blueprints and engineering sketches.
• Accurate written record keeping for parts ordering and equipment documentation.
• Comfortable working with rigging, scaffolding, and lift equipment to move heavy assets safely.
• Competent operating powered hand tools; familiarity with stationary machine tools is a plus.
• Occasional welding skills for equipment repair or modification.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; teamwork-oriented and safety-focused.
• Demonstrated interest in equipment reliability and continuous improvement.

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Preferred & Additional Qualifications

• Experience or coursework in PLC programming and ladder logic development.
• Deeper hands-on experience with pneumatic, hydraulic, or industrial control systems.
• Experience in high-volume manufacturing environments (automotive or similar) is beneficial.
• Exposure to project engineering or equipment upgrade/automation initiatives.
• Electro-mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn advanced automation technologies.
• Demonstrated contributions to process improvement projects.

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Work Environment & Physical Requirements

This role is fully onsite in a high-volume manufacturing environment with automated equipment, industrial controls, and production machinery. Expect regular use of hand and powered tools, precision measuring instruments, rigging gear, and occasional welding equipment. The position emphasizes strict adherence to safety procedures around electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and PLC-controlled systems. Physical tasks may include lifting, positioning heavy components with mechanical assistance, and working at or around production equipment.

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Employment Type & Location

• Contract to hire.
• Workplace type: Fully onsite in Reynoldsburg, IL, US.

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Compensation & Benefits

• Pay range: $31.25 - $36.06 per hour. Actual pay depends on qualifications, experience, geographic factors, and other job-related considerations.
• If eligible, benefits may include medical, dental & vision; critical illness/accident/hospital plans; 401(k) retirement plan (pre-tax and Roth options); voluntary life & AD&D insurance; short- and long-term disability; HSA; transportation benefits; employee assistance program; and paid time off policies. Eligibility and plan details vary.

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Application Timeline

• Anticipated application close date: 2026-10-30.

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Confidential Client — Additional Notices

Confidential Client is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodations for the application or interview process are available upon request.

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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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