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, a Confidential Client in the freight and transit rail equipment, systems, and control technologies industry.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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Role Overview

This is an entry-level Mechanical Engineer position based in West Melbourne, FL supporting the design, development, testing, and lifecycle support of locomotive control system products for a Confidential Client. You'll work alongside experienced engineers on mechanical hardware, 3D CAD models, manufacturing handoffs, and field troubleshooting while receiving mentorship and career development opportunities.

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What You’ll Do

• Support development of mechanical hardware for locomotive control and related electromechanical products using Design for Excellence (DFX) practices.
• Assist with design, prototyping, testing, and lifecycle maintenance of automated remote-control freight locomotive subsystems.
• Create and update 3D CAD models, detailed engineering drawings, and product documentation.
• Focus on manufacturability, producibility, reliability, and cost-effective mechanical design.
• Participate in field issue troubleshooting, failure investigations, root-cause analysis, and corrective actions.
• Maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs) and engineering records in Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or configuration systems.
• Support product introduction into manufacturing, including validation testing and production support.
• Assist with engineering change management and product obsolescence efforts.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams: Electrical, Systems, Manufacturing, Quality, and Program Management.
• Provide technical support for engineering projects and product development initiatives.

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What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology from an accredited college or university.
• Recent graduate or up to 2 years of relevant engineering experience gained via internships, co-ops, research projects, or full-time roles.
• Hands-on experience with 3D CAD modeling (SolidWorks, Creo, Inventor, or similar) from coursework, projects, or internships.
• Basic understanding of engineering drawings, GD&T, and core mechanical design principles.
• Familiarity with common manufacturing processes: sheet metal, machining, injection molding, or additive manufacturing.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in team settings and to learn new tools and technologies quickly.
• 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 other hands-on mechanical project experience.
• Basic knowledge of PLM or configuration management tools.
• Understanding of DFM / DFA principles.
• Interest or experience in electronic enclosure design and electromechanical systems.
• Familiarity with environmental testing (vibration, thermal, EMI/EMC).
• Shop or laboratory experience and mechanical aptitude.
• Background in railroad, transportation, industrial automation, or control systems is a plus.

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Compensation & Benefits

• Base pay range (provided by source): $55,900 — $74,100 per year.
• Benefits may include health and welfare plans, retirement savings, and other offerings (details provided by the client).
• Additional compensation elements (e.g., annual bonus eligibility) may apply depending on role and eligibility.

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Location & Legal

• Work location: West Melbourne, FL (on-site or as defined by the client).
• Applicants must be able to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future.
• Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities; please notify Careertakes during the process if you need assistance.
• This posting follows applicable U.S. employment laws and non-discrimination requirements.

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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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