Mechanical Engineer III

CTG's long-standing Fortune 500 client of over 15 years has a W2 contract assignment for a Mechanical Engineer III.

Type: Contract Job Title: Mechanical Engineer III Location: Corning, NY Candidates must be able to commute and work onsite in Corning, NY. Pay Rate: Based on experience Work Hours: M-F 8am-5pm Education: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or Mechanical Technology required. Description We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer III to design and support material handling and process equipment for a manufacturing environment. This role oversees all phases of equipment design, build, installation, startup, and debugging, including vendor coordination and hands-on technical support. The engineer will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including mechanical, electrical, controls, facilities, IT, and operations, to deliver reliable equipment solutions. Responsibilities involve applying mechanical engineering principles related to mechanics, hydraulics, thermodynamics, metallurgy, and machine design.

Requirements

• 7+ years of mechanical equipment design experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with SolidWorks and structural FEA analysis.
• Hands-on experience with equipment design, installation, startup, troubleshooting, and debugging.
• Knowledge of machine guarding, safety practices, and applicable OSHA standards.
• Ability to coordinate mechanical and electrical trades, vendors, and cross-functional project teams.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to collaborate with diverse teams.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to develop detailed mechanical designs, interpret engineering drawings, and independently resolve technical challenges.
• Experience verifying equipment builds and layouts against drawings and resolving design or installation discrepancies.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with internal project teams to understand equipment design requirements and independently develop solutions.
• Create detailed mechanical designs for handling and process equipment.
• Support equipment installation, startup, and debugging at the manufacturing site.
• Provide hands-on technical guidance for equipment installation and troubleshooting.
• Verify equipment construction and layout against engineering drawings.
• Coordinate installation plans with safety personnel and plant receiving teams.
• Manage mechanical and electrical trades during installation and debugging.
• Work with engineers and vendors to resolve equipment build, design, and installation discrepancies.
• Coordinate vendor activities, including equipment checkout prior to shipment when required.

Travel Requirements

• Potential travel of up to 25%.
• Travel to supplier or vendor locations may be required for equipment inspection and checkout before shipment.

Additional Information

• No third party resumes will be accepted.
• Drug testing and/or other employment-related inquiries may be conducted.
• CTG will consider for employment-qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable local, state, and federal laws.
• All interested individuals MUST be able to work on a W2 Tax basis (no C2C or third party vendors).
• CTG is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
• CTG is an E-Verify Company.

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About CTG

CTG, a Cegeka company, delivers IT and business solutions that enhance clients’ digital agility, empowering them to seize new opportunities and overcome any challenge. Backed by more than 60 years’ experience and a commitment to being a reliable, results-driven partner, we work shoulder to shoulder with clients to shape digital together. Our vision is to be an indispensable partner to our clients and the preferred career destination for digital and technology experts. With more than 9,000 team members in over 15 countries, we combine global expertise with local insight to deliver innovative solutions. We operate across the Americas, Europe, and India, working with over 3,000 clients in many of today's highest-growth industries.

Together, we shape what’s next - working shoulder to shoulder to deliver impactful solutions for our clients and society. Our culture is built by the people who work at CTG, the values we hold, and the actions we take. It's a living, breathing thing that is renewed every day through the ways we engage with each other, our clients, and our communities. At CTG, you’ll find a workplace where you are encouraged to grow, supported in your ambitions, and empowered to shape your own career journey. For more information, visit www.ctg.com.

CTG will consider for employment all qualified applicants including those with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable local, state, and federal laws.

CTG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CTG will assure equal opportunity and consideration to all applicants and employees in recruitment, selection, placement, training, benefits, compensation, promotion, transfer, and release of individuals without regard to race, creed, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, age, disability, marital or veteran status, citizenship status, or any other discriminatory factors as required by law. CTG is fully committed to promoting employment opportunities for members of protected classes.