Mechanical Design Engineer

FlexTrades is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer (Hydraulic Brake Systems) to support a leading manufacturer of pneumatic, braking, and air management systems used throughout the transportation industry. Engineers with backgrounds in heavy vehicles, commercial transportation, fluid power, industrial valves, compressors, aerospace systems, off-highway equipment, or other complex mechanical products are encouraged to apply.Make sure to apply with all the requested information, as laid out in the job overview below.Contract Details:Pay: $65.00 per hourGuaranteed 50 hours weekly (10 hrs OT weekly paid at 1.5x hourly rate)FlexTrades has paid travel time, lodging, and per diem.Climate-controlled facilityThis engineer will join an established engineering team responsible for sustaining engineering, manufacturing support, product improvement initiatives, testing, and new product development for mechanical and electromechanical products including pneumatic valves, air dryers, brake assemblies, air management systems, filters, gauges, and related components.This position is highly integrated with manufacturing and requires a hands-on engineer who enjoys solving production issues, supporting quality initiatives, improving existing products, and collaborating closely with operations teams.What You'll Be Working On/Products supported by this team include:Pneumatic valvesAir brake componentsAir dryer systemsAir management productsParking brake assembliesMechanical and electromechanical control systemsLegacy and new transportation productsKey ResponsibilitiesSustaining EngineeringInvestigate and resolve manufacturing, quality, supplier, and production-related issues.Perform root cause analysis and troubleshooting of product, assembly, and manufacturing concerns.Evaluate dimensional tolerances, fit-up concerns, and design-related manufacturing challenges.Review and update engineering drawings, models, bills of materials, and documentation.Product DevelopmentCreate and modify mechanical designs, assemblies, detail drawings, and engineering documentation.Support development of new pneumatic and mechanical products.Testing & ValidationSupport performance, validation, and qualification testing.Participate in lifecycle and durability testing initiatives.Required QualificationsBachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline.SolidWorks required. Creo experience highly preferred due to ongoing legacy support5+ years' experience with Electro-mechanical assemblies such as Pneumatic systems, Air brake systems, Brake valves, Pneumatic valves, Air dryers, or Fluid power productsStrong understanding of GD&T, tolerancing, and mechanical design principles.Experience supporting manufacturing, production, quality, or supplier-related engineering activities.Pay and Benefits:Pay: $65.00 per hourGuaranteed 10 hours OT pay each week. Overtime Each Week paid at time and a halfAccess to a full suite of benefitsTravel Pay to and from the projectPaid lodging (Single-Occupancy Hotel Room)Per diem ($45/day)Must meet drug test requirementsJob Type: ContractOur assignments are usually 3-6 months away from home. We handle travel and logistics so you can focus on your craft, your growth, and work that truly matters.FlexTrades is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.Let FlexTrades help to place you where your expertise is needed the most. xhyhwjd Apply today!Benefits:Dental insuranceEmployee assistance programHealth insuranceReferral programVision insurance