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Overview

Confidential Client (via Careertakes) is hiring an entry-level Mechanical Engineer to support the design, development, and lifecycle activities for locomotive control system hardware. This role is a hands-on engineering position focused on mechanical design, CAD modeling, manufacturability, testing support, and cross-functional collaboration.

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Responsibilities

• Support mechanical design and development for locomotive control system products using Design for Excellence (DFX) principles.
• Create and maintain 3D CAD models and engineering drawings (SolidWorks, Creo, Inventor, or similar).
• Produce and manage Bills of Materials (BOMs) and product documentation in PLM systems.
• Assist with product introduction to manufacturing, including validation testing and production support.
• Participate in troubleshooting, failure investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action.
• Support engineering change management and product obsolescence efforts.
• Work with cross-functional teams: Electrical, Systems, Manufacturing, Quality, and Program Management.
• Contribute technical support for engineering projects and product development initiatives.

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Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology from an accredited institution.
• Recent graduate or up to 2 years of engineering experience (internships, co-ops, research projects, or full-time).
• Experience with 3D CAD modeling tools (SolidWorks, Creo, Inventor, or similar) through academics or industry experience.
• Basic understanding of engineering drawings, GD&T, and core mechanical design principles.
• Familiarity with common manufacturing processes (sheet metal, machining, injection molding, additive manufacturing).
• Strong problem-solving abilities and capacity to work collaboratively.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship now or in the future.

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Preferred / Nice-to-Have

• Internship, senior design, Formula SAE, robotics, or hands-on engineering project experience.
• Familiarity with PLM or configuration management systems.
• Understanding of DFM and DFA principles.
• Interest/experience in electronic enclosure design and electromechanical systems.
• Knowledge of environmental testing (vibration, thermal, EMI/EMC).
• Mechanical aptitude with shop or lab tool experience.
• Railroad, transportation, industrial automation, or control systems exposure is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication and organizational skills.

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Compensation & Benefits

• Estimated base salary: $55,900 – $74,100 per year (range provided by Confidential Client).
• Benefits may include health, welfare, retirement plans, and eligibility for annual bonus (subject to plan rules).
• Additional professional development and mentorship opportunities as part of a global engineering organization.

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What You’ll Gain

• Mentorship from experienced engineers and exposure to full product lifecycle activities.
• Hands-on experience with mechanical hardware development, testing, and manufacturing support.
• Opportunity to grow technical skills within a global engineering environment focused on transportation technologies.

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Location & Work Authorization

• Location: Melbourne, FL (on-site or as specified by Confidential Client).
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

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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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