Mechanical Design Engineer (Creo)

FlexTrades is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer (Creo) to support both new product development and sustaining engineering efforts utilizing Creo. Products may include rotating mechanical equipment such as pumps, gearboxes, bearings, shafts, motors, turbines, compressors, valves, power transmission equipment, and similar mechanical systems. This position supports a major manufacturing client near Cleveland, Ohio. FlexTrades has paid travel time, paid lodging, and daily per diem. Contract Details: • $65.00/hour • Guaranteed 50 hours per week (10 hours paid at time-and-a-half) • Climate-controlled facility • Travel pay provided • Company-paid lodging • Daily per diem Key Responsibilities This role is ideal for engineers with experience designing rotating and precision mechanical components such as pumps, valves, shafts, bearings, seals, gears, and pressure-containing assemblies . Candidates should possess strong Creo design skills , a solid foundation in GD&T and tolerance analysis, and the ability to support products throughout the full lifecycle from concept development through testing, failure analysis, and continuous improvement. Design and support aerospace fluid management products including pumps, valves, seals, shafts, bearings, gears, splines, and pressure-containing assemblies Develop mechanical concepts, 3D models, detailed designs, engineering drawings, and design documentation using Creo Perform engineering calculations, tolerance stack-ups, design analysis, and GD&T application Support material selection, heat treatment specifications, and casting design considerations Analyze product and test data to evaluate performance, reliability, and design effectiveness Investigate field returns, nonconformances, and product performance issues to determine root cause and corrective actions Support engineering change orders (ECOs), design revisions, and continuous improvement initiatives Participate in product development, sustaining engineering, and FMEA activities while collaborating with manufacturing, quality, and test engineering teams Qualifications 5-10 years of Mechanical Design Engineering experience Proficiency with Creo CAD software Experience designing mechanical components such as shafts, bearings, seals, gears, splines, valves, and pressure-containing housings Strong understanding of engineering drawings, GD&T, tolerance analysis, and stack-up calculations Experience performing mechanical design analysis and engineering calculations Knowledge of material selection, heat treatment processes, and cast component design Experience evaluating product performance and analyzing test data for mechanical systems Ability to assess product conformity/nonconformity and support engineering disposition activities Experience conducting or supporting Design FMEA and Process FMEA activities Pay and Benefits: Pay: $65.00 per hour Guaranteed 10 hours OT pay each week. Overtime Each Week paid at time and a half Access to a full suite of benefits Travel Pay to and from the project Paid lodging (Single-Occupancy Hotel Room) Per diem ($45/day) Must meet drug test requirements Job Type: Contract 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. Apply today! Benefits: Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Referral program Vision insurance