Product Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Product Engineer - Heavy Equipment Manufacturing

1st Shift | $85K–$90K + Hourly OT (Realistic $100-$120K+) | 6AM–4:30PM | Every Other Saturday

We’re looking for a hands‑on Product Engineer who thrives in the field, inside the equipment, and inside the data. You’ll spend 75% of your time troubleshooting, diagnosing, and engineering solutions across hydraulic systems, articulated lift systems, CAN bus networks, ECUs, diesel platforms, and custom control systems . This role blends technical problem‑solving , process improvement , and cross‑functional engineering collaboration — ideal for someone who can fix today’s issue and prevent tomorrow’s.

• Troubleshoot & Diagnose Equipment — Identify mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and CAN‑bus failures; engineer durable solutions.
• Run CAN Bus & ECU Diagnostics — Track down communication faults, module failures, sensor issues, and control‑arm malfunctions.
• Retrofit & Re‑Engineer Systems — Relocate HMI panels, rewire systems, reprogram controllers, and modernize equipment layouts.
• Lead Root‑Cause Analysis — Perform structured RCA on recurring failures and drive corrective/preventive actions.
• Drive Process Improvements — Identify design gaps, reliability issues, and workflow inefficiencies; recommend and implement improvements.
• Liaison With OEM & External Engineering — Communicate findings, escalate technical issues, and collaborate on design corrections or upgrades.
• Partner With Internal Engineering & Manufacturing — Provide field feedback, support design revisions, and help prevent repeat failures.
• Documentation & Technical Reporting — Maintain accurate diagnostic logs, engineering notes, retrofit documentation, and change records.
• Read Prints & Schematics — Interpret electrical diagrams, hydraulic schematics, and mechanical drawings.
• Rebuild & Rewire Control Panels — Retrofit electrical systems, update wiring layouts, and integrate new components.

Relevant Experience

We’re looking for aptitude, curiosity, and problem‑solving drive as much as past experience — our software, applications, and CAN bus systems are fully trainable for someone eager to learn, lead, and take on complex troubleshooting challenges

• Strong communication skills with OEMs, customers, engineering teams, and manufacturing
• Ability to read and interpret prints, schematics, wiring diagrams, and hydraulic drawings
• Ability to diagnose complex failures and engineer practical, field‑ready solutions
• Experience in hydraulics , articulated lift systems , CAN bus , ECUs , and electro‑mechanical troubleshooting
• Experience with root‑cause analysis , corrective actions , and process improvement
• Diesel engine knowledge is a major plus

• 1st Shift: 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM
• Every other or occasional Saturday is possible.
• Base Salary: $85,000–$90,000 salary + 1.5x hourly pay for overtime after 40 hours. Salary non-exempt.
• Overtime: Paid hourly — total compensation commonly exceeds $100 - $120K+

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Rossville, GA.

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $50.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Rossville,GA.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 10, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.