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Mechanical Engineer

Kelly Science, Engineering, Technology & Telecom
Troy, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 3/25/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/22/2026
Kelly® Engineering is hiring for 2 Mechanical Engineers for a contract-to-hire positions at our Troy, MI based client. We are seeking individual contributors with strong proficiency in NX and design through prototype experience in mechanical design & development. If you are passionate about shaping the world we live in and are ready to reengineer your future, trust the experts at hiring experts.

Salary/Pay Rate/Compensation

$35.00-60.00 per hour based on experience

Overview

This client designs and manufactures industrial automated machinery. They have a small global product development team that focuses on design, prototype, test, design V&V for product development of automated machinery systems. They have a fast paced and collaborative product development environment averaging 4 months from design through production release.

In this role, you will design parts, mechanisms, and mechanical systems for new industrial automation products. You’ll prototype, test, troubleshoot systems for functionality. Throughout this process, you’ll collaborate with other team members, European design teams, electrical engineering, machine shop, and more.

Responsibilities

  • Designs, develops and updates mechanical systems for products and equipment for new applications, systems improvements, and cost savings.
    • Brackets, mechanical components
    • Mechanism design – gears, torque systems, spindles, housings
    • DFM for machining, casting, assembly, metal fabrication
    • Mechanical systems for machinery
  • DFMEA, DVP&R, 8D Methodology.
  • Prototyping – 3D printing, machine shop, assembly
  • Functionality testing, design validation & verification
  • Responsible for contact with mechanical tooling components sources for verification of test and performance requirements; assists purchasing and quality control in resolving technical questions or difficulties.
  • Coordinates the specification, build, and installation of complete systems to meet customer requirements.
  • Provides technical assistance in mechanical matters to internal and external customers as required.
  • Reviews, interprets, and applied FEA or CFD reports as required.
  • Collaborate with mechanical engineers on team (locally and Europe), electrical engineering, software, machine shop, and production.
  • Provides expert assistance to other areas as directed and performs all other duties as assigned.
  • Able to attend periodic virtual meetings with European team scheduled at 6AM or 7AM
Qualifications

  • BS in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering or related, required
  • 2 years’ experience with mechanical system design including mechanisms & parts for automation products, automatic feeding, electro-mechanical products, or robotic equipment or machinery
  • Proficient with NX required, Windchill a plus for file management
  • Working knowledge or coursework in FEA or CFD
  • Prototyping skills – 3D printing, assembly, fabrication, or machining
  • Good technical writing skills
  • Hands on mechanical trouble shooting
  • Strong team-oriented problem-solving skills
  • Collaborative self-driven

What Happens Next

Once you apply, you’ll proceed to next steps if your skills and experience look like a good fit. But don’t worry – even if this position doesn’t work out, you’re still in the Kelly Engineering network. That means our team of expert engineering recruiters will have access to your profile, making your opportunities limitless.

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. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

Why Kelly® Engineering?

Your engineering skills are in demand, but how do you find the right fit? Easy. At Kelly Engineering, our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world’s most critical challenges. We connect you with leading organizations where you can collaborate on innovative projects, work with cutting-edge technologies and accelerate your growth. Whether you prefer the variety and flexibility of short-term projects or are looking for a long-term opportunity, we’re here to guide you to the next step in your engineering career.

About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Salary : $35 - $60

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