About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Manufacturing (Automation & Packaging Equipment).

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 is an entry-level mechanical engineering role on a hands-on product development team building automation and packaging equipment used in manufacturing. As a Mechanical Engineer (contract), you will:

• Design and develop automation equipment for packaging, material handling, and warehouse operations
• Create 3D models, assemblies, and detailed manufacturing drawings using SolidWorks or similar 3D CAD
• Participate in prototype builds, testing, troubleshooting, and product validation
• Apply mechanical engineering principles (structural, thermal, dynamic) to component and system-level design
• Select mechanical, pneumatic, and electro-mechanical components and suppliers
• Support engineering change orders (ECOs), BOMs, and technical documentation
• Collaborate with electrical, controls, manufacturing, and test teams to bring products from concept to production

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Qualifications

We welcome recent graduates and early-career engineers. Required or strongly preferred:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field (recent graduates encouraged)
• OR Associate Degree in Automation Technology with relevant hands-on experience
• Experience with SolidWorks or similar 3D CAD tools
• Strong problem-solving skills and a hands-on, test-and-iterate mindset
• Ability to work effectively on cross-functional teams
• Interest in automation, machinery, product development, and manufacturing technologies

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Compensation & Employment Type

• Pay: $30–$35 per hour
• Employment type: Contract assignment (Contractor)
• Benefits: Full benefits package (PTO, paid holidays, medical, dental, vision, 401(k), ESOP eligibility — provided by the client for eligible contracts)

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Location & Additional Details

• Location: South Canaan, PA
• This assignment supports a growing engineering team during a planned expansion/relocation period; the client is preparing for future operations changes including relocation to Illinois.
• This role involves hands-on work in lab/shop and collaboration with manufacturing; candidates should be comfortable with prototype builds and onsite testing.
• Reasonable accommodations are available for candidates with disabilities during the application process and on the job — please request as needed.

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Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Excellent early-career experience designing real automation equipment that moves from concept to production
• Hands-on exposure to design, prototyping, testing, and product validation
• Competitive hourly compensation plus a benefits package
• Mentorship and learning from experienced engineering professionals in manufacturing automation

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Confidential Client Hiring Notes

• The employer is represented here as “Confidential Client.” Careertakes supports this hiring process as a third-party recruiter.
• This posting is intended to be inclusive and compliant with applicable state and federal hiring laws. If you need a workplace accommodation during recruitment, please let us know.

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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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