Dev/Research Engineer 2

Job Title: Dev/Research Engineer 2 Location: Pontiac, IL Job Type: W2 Contract Expected hours per week: 40 hours per week Schedule: On-site (M-F) Pay Range: $35-39 per hour Job Description The main function of a research engineer is to research and investigate the design, functionality and maintenance of mechanical products, equipment, systems and processes. A typical research engineer has the ability to make engineering drawings, and read and interpret blueprints. Job Responsibilities Research, design, develop, manufacture, and test tools, engines, machines and other mechanical devices. Research and analyze customer design proposals, specifications, manuals to determine time and cost feasibility to complete projects. Investigate equipment failures and difficulties to diagnose faulty operation and make recommendation to maintenance crew. Assist drafters in developing the structural design of products using tools, equipment or software Position’s Contributions To Work Group Product Development (NPI)Creo modelingPrint detailingFMEADVP&RAPQPAnalysis coordinationSupplier CPPDTolerance stack-up, o-ring calculations, bolted joint analysis Typical task breakdown: Design, product development, and problem-solving meetings with suppliers, internal manufacturing, assembly and test teamsCoordinate and conduct measurement, assembly and test planningDisassemble injectors, inspect, measure components after test, and compare results to pre-test conditionUpdate engineering technical drawings and coordinate production releasingProvide routine progress updates to senior management Education & Experience Required: Years of experience: 2-4 yearsDegree requirement: BS degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar fieldDo you accept internships as job experience: Yes, if in a technical field and at least 3 months in durationAre there past or additional job titles or roles that would provide comparable background to this role: N/A Top 3 Skills Structured problem-solving experience / familiarity (8D or similar)Excellent communication skills – written and verbalClose attention to detail, curious, drives to physics-based understanding of the ‘why’ for root cause(s) of issues and component observations Additional Technical Skills 3D modeling and engineering drawing detailing experienceComfortable working with hand tools, lab equipment (microscope, measurement equipment)Familiar with Design FMEA, validation planning and reporting (DVP&R)Experience with Caterpillar engineering systems is a plus (Teamcenter, PRWB, Creo) Soft Skills Close attention to detailOrganizationAnalytical thinkingEffective communication of technical information – written & verbalManaging multiple priorities #INDOEM