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Mechanical Engineer Manager (Contract)

Chicago, Illinois

Onsite

Contract

$50/hr - $55/hr

Position Overview:

An automotive company here in the Chicagoland area is seeking a contract Mechanical Engineering Manager to lead their Caliper Product Line within the Engineering Department. This role will oversee and direct the daily activities of a team of three Caliper Technicians, providing technical guidance, project direction, and leadership to ensure the successful design, development, and improvement of their brake caliper products. The ideal candidate has a strong mechanical engineering background, excellent leadership skills, and thrives in an onsite, collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership & Team Management:

+ Lead, coach, and direct a team of three Caliper Technicians, setting clear goals and priorities.

+ Oversee daily operations of the caliper product line, ensuring high-quality work and timely project execution.

+ Provide hands-on technical support and mentorship to technicians as needed.

+ Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Product Management, Quality, and Manufacturing, to ensure alignment on design and production goals.

Design & Development:

+ Oversee the design, testing, and validation of caliper components and systems.

+ Utilize CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or Inventor) to review, update, or create technical drawings as needed.

+ Drive continuous improvement in product performance, quality, and manufacturability.

+ Identify and implement design enhancements based on field performance and customer feedback.

Production & Technical Support:

+ Partner with manufacturing to ensure product designs are optimized for production and assembly.

+ Review and approve production drawings, specifications, and documentation.

+ Support problem-solving for production or field issues related to caliper designs.

+ Coordinate testing, inspection, and validation of caliper components.

Documentation & Compliance:

+ Ensure all engineering documentation and technical data are accurate and up to date.

+ Maintain compliance with relevant safety, regulatory, and quality standards.

+ Provide regular project updates, timelines, and performance reports to management.

You will receive the following benefits:

+ Medical Insurance - Four medical plans to choose from for you and your family

+ Dental & Orthodontia Benefits

+ Vision Benefits

+ Health Savings Account (HSA)

+ Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

+ Voluntary Life Insurance, Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance

+ Hospital Indemnity Insurance

+ 401(k) including match with pre and post-tax options

+ Paid Sick Time Leave

+ Legal and Identity Protection Plans

+ Pre-tax Commuter Benefit

+ 529 College Saver Plan

Motion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under MRP’s Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.

**Posted by:** Michael Mitchell

Specialization:

+ Mechanical Engineering