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Mechanical Designer

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Location
Wilmington, NC
Schedule
Contract
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Associate's degree, required

Job overview

CTG is hiring a Mechanical Designer on a W2 contract assignment for a long-standing Fortune 500 client. The role develops and refines mechanical equipment designs and layouts for manufacturing and production systems, creating engineering drawings and addressing design challenges. Candidates must work onsite in Wilmington, NC. The posting seeks 3–5 years of professional mechanical design experience and an associate’s or bachelor’s degree in a specified engineering field.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

AutoCAD, requiredAutodesk Inventor, requiredEngineering Drawing Interpretation, requiredElectrical Schematic Interpretation, requiredMechanical Design, requiredEquipment Layouts, requiredManufacturing Processes, requiredMechanical Design Calculations, requiredEquipment Modifications, requiredProblem-Solving, requiredOrganization, requiredCommunication, requiredWorkplace Safety, requiredPrecision Measurement Tools, nice to havePriority Management, requiredAdaptability, requiredCross-Functional Collaboration, required

Qualifications

3+ Years Mechanical Design Experience, requiredAssociate's or Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering Technology or Mechanical Engineering, required

Full job description

CTG's long-standing Fortune 500 client of over 15 years has a W2 contract assignment for a Mechanical Designer, to develop and refine mechanical equipment designs and layouts using AutoCAD and Autodesk Inventor.

This role supports manufacturing and production systems by creating detailed engineering drawings, resolving design challenges, and improving equipment functionality, reliability, and installation efficiency. The ideal candidate has experience with industrial or manufacturing equipment design, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to collaborate across engineering and production teams.

Type: Contract

Job Title: Mechanical Designer

Location: Wilmington, NC

Candidates must be able to commute and work onsite in Wilmington, NC.

Pay Rate: Based on experience

Work Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

Education: Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology or Mechanical Engineering

Requirements

  • Develop mechanical equipment designs and layouts using AutoCAD and Autodesk Inventor.

  • Create and maintain detailed drawing packages, equipment build packages, machine part lists, illustrations, and specifications.

  • Modify mechanical components and equipment designs to resolve interferences, correct deficiencies, and reduce installation costs.

  • Implement design changes to address equipment and manufacturing process challenges.

  • Prepare sketches and marked-up drawings to communicate design updates and project requirements.

  • Perform basic engineering calculations involving statics, hydraulics, and power transmission.

  • Interpret electrical schematics and translate engineering concepts into practical equipment designs.

  • Apply knowledge of machining, fabrication, and manufacturing processes to develop functional, cost-effective designs.

  • Follow established engineering drafting standards, design specifications, and job-site safety requirements.

Qualifications

  • 3–5 years of professional mechanical design experience, preferably in an industrial or manufacturing environment.

  • Proficiency with AutoCAD and Autodesk Inventor.

  • Ability to interpret engineering drawings and electrical schematics.

  • Knowledge of mechanical design principles, equipment layouts, and manufacturing processes.

  • Experience with basic mechanical design calculations and equipment modifications.

  • Strong problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.

  • Demonstrated commitment to workplace and job-site safety.

Additional Information

  • Occasional travel to vendor locations may be required to gather equipment-related information.

  • Minimal travel is expected, with occasional visits to manufacturing facilities in North Carolina.

  • Ability to use precision measurement tools such as tape measures, calipers, and micrometers is preferred.

  • Must be able to manage multiple priorities, adapt to changing project requirements, and work effectively with cross-functional teams.

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.

To be considered for this opportunity, please apply directly through our website by clicking the link below.

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 (https://app.jjkellerlaborlawposters.com/posters/47CA3D44-BAE1-419C-B36D-4487C9A0D66B?mapView=mapEnglishView) .

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.

How this job compares

Set against the 556 open Mechanical Designer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 13, 2026.

Pay
  • This postingNot listed
  • US median$77–108K/yr219 salary ranges
  • US median$35–45/hr91 hourly ranges
Openings
Olive Jobs lists 10 open Mechanical Designer jobs in North Carolina and 556 across the US. 3% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most across the US
Experience
This posting asks for at least 3 years of experience; Mechanical Designer postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years at the median (471 postings).
Education
This posting asks for an associate degree; 143 of the 556 open Mechanical Designer jobs (26%) ask for an associate degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 13, 2026. Figures based on too few postings are left out.

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