Entry Level Mechanical Engineer -Parts Manufacturer (36326) (Dayton)
This Entry Level Mechanical Engineer role involves designing and developing automotive components, maintaining engineering documentation, and collaborating with colleagues and customers to ensure product quality and compliance with standards. The position requires hands-on involvement in prototype development, testing, and problem-solving within a manufacturing environment, offering a foundational engineering experience in the automotive parts industry.
About Careertakes
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What You’ll Do
A Confidential Client in automotive parts manufacturing is hiring an Entry Level Mechanical Engineer to support component and product development. You will collaborate with manufacturing, quality, and supply chain teams to move designs from concept to production.
- Participate in the design and development of automotive components and assemblies
- Develop and maintain engineering drawings, schematics, and Bills of Materials (BOM)
- Support design reviews and communicate technical changes to internal teams and customers
- Ensure product designs meet customer, industry, and governmental standards
- Assist with prototype fabrication, simulated and physical testing, and root cause analysis
- Record and document project changes, test results, and design histories
- Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field preferred, OR equivalent experience
- 1–3 years’ experience (including internships/co-ops) in design, product, or release engineering preferred
- Familiarity with CATIA V5 and/or Unigraphics NX design software preferred
- Ability to read, interpret, and improve engineering drawings and schematics
- Strong communication and collaboration skills in cross-functional and multicultural teams
- Solid problem-solving, time management, and multitasking ability
- Physical requirements may include intermittently sitting, standing, walking, lifting up to 25 pounds (or more with assistance), climbing stairs, and use of close/distance/color/depth perception vision
Location & Compensation
- Location: Oakwood, OH (work on-site at our Confidential Client's facility in the Dayton area)
- Employment type: Full-time, direct hire
- Estimated annual pay: $101,548 (estimated by source)
Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities—please notify Careertakes if you need assistance during the hiring process.
Why Apply through Careertakes
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