Mechanical Engineer

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer

Location: Florham Park, NJ

Employment Type: Contract to Direct Hire

Industry: Defense

Compensation: $63.07- $78.28/ hour

About the Opportunity:

We're seeking Mechanical Engineers at multiple experience levels to join a highly collaborative engineering team supporting advanced Space, Cyber, Intelligence, and Maritime systems. In these roles, you'll contribute to hardware mechanical design, product development, engineering documentation, structural and thermal analysis, and prototype development for next-generation technologies operating in some of the world's most complex environments.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

• Work on cutting-edge technologies supporting national security, space, cyber, and maritime missions.
• Collaborate with talented multidisciplinary engineering teams developing innovative hardware solutions.
• Contribute to research-focused programs that push the boundaries of engineering and technology.
• Enjoy opportunities for continuous learning, professional development, and technical growth.
• Flexible 9/80 work schedule option with every other Friday off.
• Join an organization that values innovation, teamwork, integrity, and technical excellence.

Why This Opportunity is Exciting:

This is an opportunity to help design and develop advanced hardware systems that support critical missions and emerging technologies. You'll work alongside industry-leading engineers while gaining exposure to complex mechanical design challenges, cutting-edge hardware development, and advanced engineering analysis.

About Acara Solutions

Acara is a premier recruiting and workforce solutions provider-we help companies compete for talent. With a legacy of experience in various industries worldwide, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and customize visionary talent solutions that drive desired business outcomes. We leverage decades of experience to deliver contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide.

Sound like a good fit?

TODAY

What You'll Do:

• Design and develop mechanical hardware systems for advanced defense, space, cyber, intelligence, and maritime applications.
• Create and maintain engineering documentation, mechanical models, and technical drawings.
• Develop mechanical concepts, perform design evaluations, and support prototype fabrication activities.
• Conduct structural, thermal, and mechanical analyses to support product performance and reliability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams throughout the product lifecycle.
• Support design reviews, testing activities, manufacturing efforts, and product integration initiatives.
• Ensure designs comply with technical, industry, customer, and government requirements.

Job Requirements

What You'll Bring:

• 2-5+ years of experience in mechanical engineering, hardware design, product development, or related engineering environments.
• 2+ years of experience utilizing CAD software to create mechanical models, assemblies, drawings, and engineering documentation.
• 2+ years of experience supporting product development, manufacturing, testing, or hardware integration projects.
• 2+ years of experience creating mechanical models, assemblies, and detailed engineering drawings using CAD software.
• 2+ years of experience ing manufacturing processes, fabrication techniques, and mechanical design principles in a product development or engineering environment.
• 2+ years of experience interpreting and ing engineering specifications, industry standards, technical requirements, and design documentation.
• 2+ years of experience performing engineering analysis, technical troubleshooting, root cause investigations, and problem-solving activities.

What Sets You Apart:

• Experience with CREO or other advanced CAD platforms.
• Mechanical design and hardware documentation expertise.
• Structural analysis, thermal analysis, and design validation experience.
• Experience supporting maritime systems, aerospace systems, defense systems, or similar complex products.
• Ability to lead design efforts, prototype development, and engineering projects.
• Strong technical writing capabilities, including engineering reports, technical papers, and proposal support.
• Experience collaborating across engineering, manufacturing, quality, and program management organizations.
• Creative and innovative approach to solving complex engineering challenges.
• Interest in ing AI-enabled engineering tools and automation technologies to improve product development processes.
• Proven mentorship and technical leadership experience.

Additional Information:

• Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check and drug screen.
• Overtime: May be required based on project schedules and deliverables.
• Work Environment: Engineering laboratory and office environment supporting advanced defense and technology programs.
• Schedule: Full-time onsite position with potential 9/80 work schedule option.
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
• Successful candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret DoD security clearance.

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