Advanced Mechanical Engineer

Job Title: Advanced Mechanical Engineer

Location: McLeansville, NC

Employment Type: Contract to Direct

Industry: Defense

Compensation: $56.43

About the Opportunity:

Join a high-performing engineering team developing advanced mechanical and electromechanical systems for mission-critical applications. In this role, you'll lead and contribute to the design, analysis, and validation of complex hardware, ensuring performance, reliability, and manufacturability.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

• Work on cutting-edge technologies supporting critical national systems
• Flexible 9/80 work schedule option (every other Friday off)
• Collaborative environment with cross-functional engineering teams
• Strong opportunities for professional growth and technical development

Why This Opportunity is Exciting:

This role offers hands-on involvement in advanced mechanical design and system development, giving you the opportunity to solve complex challenges and contribute to high-impact engineering solutions.

About Acara Solutions

Acara is a premier recruiting and workforce solutions provider-we help companies compete for talent. With a legacy of experience in various industries worldwide, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and customize visionary talent solutions that drive desired business outcomes. We leverage decades of experience to deliver contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide.

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What You'll Do:

• Design and develop mechanical and electromechanical systems, including packaging and structural components
• Perform thermal, structural, and vibration analysis to validate design performance
• Support design for manufacturability, prototype development, and product validation
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver integrated system solutions
• Develop technical documentation including specifications, reports, and design packages

Job Requirements

What You'll Bring:

• 5+ years of experience in mechanical engineering (or 3+ years with a Master's degree)
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related STEM field
• 3+ years of experience using CAD tools such as Creo for 3D modeling and design
• 3+ years of experience using analysis tools such as Ansys for thermal, CFD, or structural simulations

What Sets You Apart:

• Experience with small form factor, high power electromechanical systems
• Knowledge of high-pressure applications and sealing technologies
• Strong understanding of manufacturing methods and engineering standards
• Ability to lead design efforts, prototype builds, and testing initiatives
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to present technical concepts clearly

Additional Information:

• Position is fully onsite in McLeansville, NC
• Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check and a drug screen
• Occasional overtime may be required based on project needs
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
• Active Secret Clearance

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Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.

Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.