Mechanical Engineer

About the Role:

We are seeking a seasoned Mechanical Manufacturing Engineer to join our team. You will be instrumental in driving excellence in mechanical assembly processes, documentation, and cross‑functional collaboration. This role is ideal for candidates passionate about improving manufacturing efficiency, product reliability, and quality standards.

• Oversee creation, review, and control of mechanical manufacturing documents including work instructions, assembly drawings, and process flows.
• Collaborate with design teams during New Product Introduction (NPI) to ensure designs are manufacturable, ergonomic, and defect‑resistant.
• Lead development, maintenance, and updates for PFMEA and risk assessments across mechanical processes, including structural and pressure systems.
• Define and standardize assembly methodologies (fastening, torque validation, gasket/seal interfaces, alignment, workmanship).
• Analyze tolerance stack‑ups to avoid fitment, alignment, and leakage issues.
• Direct layout, installation, and build strategies for mechanical subassemblies and support systems.
• Transform complex engineering drawings into clear, actionable work instructions for various skill levels.
• Optimize build sequences to enhance safety, ergonomics, labor efficiency, and takt time.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (Industrial, Electrical, Controls, Test Engineering) to streamline workflows and minimize defects.
• Provide advanced troubleshooting for mechanical build issues and lead rework initiatives.
• Support system commissioning, acceptance testing, and manufacturing readiness related to mechanical integration.
• Ensure documentation control and discipline through production stages and engineering change management.
• Champion continuous improvement projects targeting reliability, quality, process standardization, and cost reduction.
• Mentor and act as technical escalation point for junior engineers and technicians.
• Maintain accurate, controlled mechanical documentation throughout production lifecycle.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
• 7–10 years of progressive experience in mechanical manufacturing or industrial equipment assembly.
• Proven track record leading DFM/DFA and process optimization initiatives.
• Experience developing PFMEA and risk mitigation documentation.
• Strong skills in interpreting mechanical drawings, GD&T, tolerance analysis, and complex assembly prints.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work‑related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short‑term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account.

In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan.  () for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

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