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This position focuses on designing, improving, and supporting automated production machinery, working closely with controls, electrical, and manufacturing engineering teams to increase equipment reliability, efficiency, and safety.\n\nThis is an excellent opportunity for an engineer with experience in machine design, production equipment, automation, and hands‑on manufacturing support.\n\nType: Contract\n\nJob Title: Contract Mechanical Engineer II – Controls Experience\n\nLocation: Newton, NC\n\nCommute & Onsite: Candidates must be able to commute and work onsite in Newton, NC\n\nPay Rate: Based on experience\n\nWork Hours: M-F 8am-5pm\n\nEducation: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nDesign mechanical components, tooling, fixtures, and assemblies for automated manufacturing equipment.\n\nSupport integration of mechanical systems with PLC‑controlled automation, servo motors, sensors, pneumatics, actuators, and motion control systems.\n\nCreate and maintain 3D CAD models, engineering drawings, and bills of materials.\n\nTroubleshoot mechanical and electromechanical equipment issues on the manufacturing floor.\n\nSupport equipment installation, commissioning, startup, validation, and production ramp‑up activities.\n\nPerform root cause analysis and implement improvements that reduce downtime and improve equipment performance.\n\nPartner with manufacturing, controls, electrical, maintenance, and production teams on automation projects.\n\nEnsure designs meet quality, safety, and manufacturing standards.\n\nSupport continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity, reliability, safety, and cost reduction.\n\nQualifications\n\n3+ years of mechanical engineering experience in manufacturing, industrial automation, or machine design.\n\nExperience supporting automated manufacturing equipment, assembly systems, conveyors, packaging equipment, or material handling systems.\n\nWorking knowledge of PLC‑integrated mechanical systems, sensors, pneumatics, servo systems, and industrial automation.\n\nProficiency with CAD software such as SolidWorks, Creo, Inventor, or similar.\n\nExperience creating detailed mechanical drawings and engineering documentation.\n\nStrong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills in manufacturing environments.\n\nExcellent communication and collaboration skills.\n\nPreferred Qualifications\n\nExperience with robotics, automated assembly, or high‑speed manufacturing.\n\nFamiliarity with Allen‑Bradley or Siemens PLC‑controlled equipment.\n\nKnowledge of GD&T, FMEA, Lean Manufacturing, 5 Why, and Root Cause Analysis.\n\nExperience with FAT, SAT, equipment commissioning, and production startup.\n\nExposure to vision systems, robotic cells, or motion control applications.\n\nCTG is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. 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