Sr. Mechanical Engineer

CTG's long-standing Fortune 500 client of over 15 years is seeking a Mechanical Engineer III to support the installation, startup, troubleshooting, and optimization of manufacturing equipment and automated production systems. This is a hands-on engineering role requiring significant time on the manufacturing floor working directly with equipment, contractors, technicians, and cross-functional teams to deliver capital projects safely, on time, and within budget.

Type: Long Term Contract

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer III

Location: Wilmington, NC

Candidates must be able to commute and work onsite in Wilmington, NC

Pay Rate: Based on experience

Work Hours: M-F 8am-5pm

Education: Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent engineering discipline

Key Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical aspects of equipment installation, startup, testing, debugging, and commissioning activities

• Provide hands-on troubleshooting and resolution of equipment and process issues

• Supervise engineering technicians, maintenance personnel, contractors, and trades during installation and construction activities

• Develop and manage project plans, schedules, timelines, and execution strategies

• Review and modify mechanical designs to improve performance, reliability, and installation efficiency

• Coordinate with machine builders, system integrators, vendors, and internal stakeholders

• Create and update engineering documentation, drawings, specifications, checklists, and equipment records

• Procure and expedite materials required for project execution

• Ensure compliance with all safety, quality, and operational requirements

• Assess existing equipment and recommend modifications or integration solutions

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of manufacturing engineering experience supporting production equipment

• Strong hands-on mechanical troubleshooting skills

• Experience working with manufacturing equipment and automated systems

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and P&IDs

• Knowledge of mechanical drive systems, pneumatic actuators, and process equipment

• Understanding of process variables including flow, pressure, temperature, level, and rate

• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with AutoCAD and Autodesk Inventor

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Microsoft Project

• Manufacturing floor, industrial construction, or equipment installation experience

• Project management experience including scope, budget, and schedule development

• Experience supporting large capital projects

• Strong presentation and leadership skills

Travel Requirements

• Domestic and international travel may be required

• Travel duration may range from several days to multiple weeks depending on project phase

• Full-time travel may be required during deployment activities