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Position Overview

Confidential Client (Engineering) is seeking a Mechanical Engineer for a contract role in Walled Lake, MI. This entry-level to early-career opportunity focuses on mechanical design for material handling and conveyor systems, CAD drafting, field support during installation and commissioning, and collaboration with customer engineering teams. Compensation: $60,000. Benefits begin day one.

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What You’ll Be Doing

• Design and develop mechanical components, equipment, and machinery for material handling and conveyor systems.
• Create detailed CAD drawings, layouts, and engineering documentation.
• Interface with customer engineers to gather requirements and translate them into technical specifications.
• Support fabrication, installation, commissioning, and field modifications of mechanical systems.
• Troubleshoot and resolve engineering issues during installation and startup.
• Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to meet project objectives and timelines.
• Maintain design revisions and accurate engineering records.
• Manage multiple projects with strong attention to detail and quality.

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Qualifications – What You Bring (Must Haves)

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 0–3 years of mechanical engineering and design experience.
• 0–3 years of experience with material handling systems or conveyor systems.
• Basic CAD design experience (2D/3D).
• Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Good mechanical aptitude.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

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Preferred Qualifications (Added Bonus)

• Experience designing material handling or conveyor systems.
• Knowledge of automotive manufacturing environments.
• Experience with MRP systems.
• Familiarity with structural engineering concepts.
• Previous internship, co-op, or hands-on manufacturing experience.

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Work Environment & Travel

• Primarily office-based CAD and design work with occasional field support.
• Must be able to climb ladders and scaffolding when supporting installations.
• Ability to sit for extended periods when performing CAD design work.
• Occasional walking, standing, bending, and light lifting.
• Availability to work weekends, nights, overtime, and holidays as project needs require.
• Travel required to support customer sites and commissioning activities.

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Compensation & Benefits

• Base pay: $60,000 (contract).
• Benefits begin day one — includes paid time off and paid holidays (details provided by the hiring organization).
• Opportunity to gain hands-on experience in CAD design, material handling, conveyor systems, and field commissioning.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

Confidential Client is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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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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