What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technical Engineering Specialist position at Specialist Staffing Group?
We are seeking a Technical Engineering Specialist to support the delivery of engineered solutions in a collaborative engineering environment. This is a contract opportunity based in New York, where you could contribute technical expertise across design, integration and testing activities on complex mechanical and electrical systems.
Please note the content of this advert does not represent a live vacancy.
About the opportunity
This is an opportunity to register your interest in future Technical Engineering Specialist contract roles within mechanical and electrical engineering disciplines. Roles of this type may sit within a fast-paced engineering culture where you could partner with cross-functional teams to deliver solutions that meet defined design standards and system integration requirements. The work could involve hands-on CAD proficiency, testing protocol development, and field application experience that translates manufacturing intent into operational systems.
Typical role overview
- Location: New York, New York, USA
- Type: Contract · Full-time
- Rate: $640 - $880 per day
- Experience level: 10–15 years in engineering discipline
What you would do
Typical responsibilities could include:
- Contributing to the design and development of mechanical and electrical systems, ensuring alignment with established design standards
- Supporting system integration activities, coordinating inputs across engineering disciplines
- Developing and executing testing protocols to validate system performance and compliance
- Using CAD tools to model, document and communicate design intent
- Applying manufacturing and field application experience to translate design concepts into practical, buildable solutions
- Supporting documentation, design reviews and technical problem-solving across project teams
- Contributing to quality assurance and standards compliance throughout the design and delivery lifecycle
What you could bring
Most roles of this type require the following:
- 10–15 years of hands-on experience in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering or a related engineering discipline
- Demonstrated proficiency with CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or equivalent)
- Working knowledge of design standards, system integration methodologies and testing protocols
- Experience translating manufacturing requirements and field application insights into design solutions
- Strong technical communication skills and the ability to collaborate across engineering teams
- Authorization to work in the United States
What roles of this type could offer
Most roles of this type offer the following, dependent on the industry and seniority of the role:
- The opportunity to apply deep technical expertise on engineering challenges that require precision and system thinking
- Exposure to modern CAD and testing methodologies across diverse engineering disciplines
- Potential to influence design standards and technical decision-making within delivery teams
- The flexibility and focus of a contract engagement, allowing you to concentrate on technical delivery
- Professional development through collaboration with experienced engineers and exposure to best practices in design, integration and testing
How to register interest
If you are interested in being added to our database to be considered for future opportunities, registering is quick and easy. No cover letter required. We will be in touch when we are instructed on these roles to discuss the next step in your career.
Salary : $640 - $880