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

You will serve as a Manufacturing Engineer on first shift supporting production and continuous improvement efforts. Typical responsibilities include:

• Develop tooling and equipment designs from engineering hardware specifications and deliver complete technical data packages for fabrication and assembly.
• Create and maintain design documentation in accordance with company standards using CAD tools (CREO, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar).
• Provide day-to-day engineering support to the production floor; troubleshoot issues, apply root-cause problem solving, and implement corrective actions to meet production rate and quality targets.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and engineering) to identify and resolve production issues.
• Develop and implement new manufacturing processes, fixtures, and systems to improve efficiency, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.
• Participate in design reviews, process validation, and production introductions.

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Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related discipline — or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Entry-level understanding of common hand tools and Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Demonstrated basic problem-solving ability and ability to work in team environments.
• Proficiency or experience with CAD/modeling software such as AutoCAD, CREO, or SolidWorks.
• Legal authorization requirement: Must be a U.S. citizen and able to obtain a government Secret security clearance. A company‑sponsored interim Secret clearance will be required to start.

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Preferred / Desired Skills

• Knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems, tooling, and manufacturing equipment.
• Experience with machine and tooling mechanical design.
• Familiarity with general manufacturing and integration processes.
• Understanding of engineering materials and manufacturing methods.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve complex manufacturing issues.

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Pay & Benefits

• Full-Time Salary Range: $63,400 – $117,800 per year (range provided by the confidential client; actual offer will reflect experience, location, and other factors).
• Benefits highlights (summary provided by the confidential client): medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid time off, parental leave, flexible work schedules (where applicable), education assistance, life and disability insurance, employee assistance programs, and potential annual incentive programs.

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Additional Details

• Location: East Camden, AR (onsite). This is a full-time, first-shift position.
• Clearance: The role requires special facility access. Applicants must be U.S. citizens and able to obtain a Secret clearance; a company-sponsored interim Secret clearance is required to start.
• Employment Type: Full-time.
• Industry: Engineering.
• The confidential client is committed to workplace safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

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Why Join Our Confidential Client

This role is a strong opportunity for a hands-on engineer who wants to apply CAD and mechanical skills to real manufacturing challenges, improve production processes, and work within a collaborative, safety-focused environment. You’ll gain experience in tooling design, process development, and cross-functional problem solving while supporting meaningful production programs.

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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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