Mechanical Engineer

Job Description

Mechanical Engineer – Wallingford, CT

Shift: First Shift

Pay: $30–$35/hour

Overview:

A growing aerospace manufacturer in Wallingford, CT is seeking a degreed Mechanical Engineer to join its fast-paced, team-oriented environment. This is a hands-on role supporting manufacturing, product and process design, and continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will be a proactive problem-solver with a passion for learning and a desire to contribute to process efficiency and innovation.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide day-to-day manufacturing and engineering support

Assist in the design and improvement of products and processes

Document workflows and collect/analyze data to support continuous improvement

Contribute to the development of new products

Advance lean manufacturing initiatives, including flow line engineering and 3P (Production Preparation Process)

Learning Opportunities:

Hands-on application of technical skills in software, tooling, and manufacturing processes

Product and process design, including flow lines and quick-change tooling

Exposure to APQP stage gates including PFD, FMEA, Control Plans, and statistical tools (MSA, Gage R&R)

Skills & Experience Preferred:

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Modeling, blueprints, operation sheets, sketches

GD&T knowledge

Laser cutting programming (Laserlink software)

Die design for corrugating, stamping, and roll forming applications

CMM/OGP programming using AutoCAD DXFs and MeasureX/MeasureFit software

Keyence Vision System programming (IM-7020)

General equipment maintenance and troubleshooting

General process development and optimization

Familiarity with 3D CAD/CAM software (SolidWorks, etc.) is a plus

Experience with 3D printing is also a plus

Benefits:

4.5-day work week

Fully paid individual medical insurance

Company-funded HRA for deductible and prescriptions

401(k)

12 paid holidays

Pay Details: $30.00 to $35.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

The California Fair Chance Act

Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Full-time