Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Engineer

Immediate need for a talented Mechanical Engineer. This is a 06+ Months Contract opportunity with long-term potential and is located in Detroit, MI (Onsite).

Job ID:26-22383 Pay Range: $45 - $50/hour. Employee benefits include, but are not limited to, health insurance (medical, dental, vision), 401(k) plan, and paid sick leave (depending on work location).

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide daily maintenance engineering support for engine, axle, and transmission assembly lines.
• Troubleshoot complex mechanical equipment failures and support skilled trades in resolving production issues.
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs to improve equipment reliability and reduce downtime.
• Review engineering drawings, BOMs, and technical documentation to identify spare parts and maintenance requirements.
• Design, develop, and implement tooling and assembly process improvements to support new product introductions and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support procurement, installation, commissioning, and certification of manufacturing equipment.
• Assist with equipment validation, including torque tools, leak testers, gauges, and fastening systems.
• Work closely with production supervisors and operators to ensure adherence to manufacturing processes and production targets.
• Provide technical guidance and coaching to assemblers, supervisors, and maintenance personnel.
• Participate in root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to improve equipment performance.
• Support weekend production coverage and respond to equipment breakdowns when required.

Key Requirements and Technology Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology, or equivalent industry experience.
• Minimum 3 years of manufacturing experience within an assembly or production environment.
• Strong hands-on experience supporting manufacturing equipment on the production floor.
• Experience troubleshooting mechanical systems, automation equipment, and assembly processes.
• Knowledge of manufacturing methods, preventive maintenance, and continuous improvement principles.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and standard engineering software
• Shift: 11PM-7AM or 3PM-11PM EST

Our client is a leading automotive industry and we are currently interviewing to fill this and other similar contract positions. Pyramid Consulting, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.