job summary: A Mechanical Technician is needed for a manufacturing company considered one of the world's leading innovators in materials science in the Wilmington, NC area. This hands-on mechanical project technician role supports the full lifecycle of equipment installation and startup on manufacturing floors by supervising trades, executing mechanical modifications, troubleshooting, and ensuring safety and compliance. location: Wilmington, North Carolina job type: Contract salary: $19.50 - 30.71 per hour work hours: 8am to 5pm education: Associates responsibilities: • Ensure project goals are met without compromising safety, intellectual property, or quality. • Drive safety practices by ensuring training, hazard identification, and incident reporting. • Interface with system integrators and machine builders to deliver integrated process systems on time and within budget. • Redline and revise installation documents, part lists, machine specifications, and complete drawing packages. • Train internal and external staff on equipment installation procedures. • Troubleshoot and replace defective components as needed to solve process issues. • Procure and expedite materials needed for equipment modifications or installations. Skills: • Ability to work hands-on using tools, instruments, and alignment devices. • Proficiency in reading/interpreting mechanical drawings, schematics, and P&IDs. • Deep understanding of mechanical drive trains, electrical and pneumatic actuators. • Familiar with process piping systems and core process variables (flow, temperature, pressure, etc.). • Skilled in troubleshooting, installation procedures, and system startup. Desired Skills: • AutoCAD®, Inventor, MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams), and MS Project. • Knowledge of laser alignment devices, Fluke meters, precision flow meters, and calibration equipment. • Familiarity with Optical Fiber manufacturing is a plus. • strong communication, problem-solving, and presentation skills. • Proactive, safety-focused, and results-oriented team player. Education and Experience: • Associate's or • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology or Mechanical Engineering (equivalent experience may be accepted in rare cases). • Minimum 3+ years of experience. • Experience working on a manufacturing floor or in a construction environment is preferred. #LI-SS6 qualifications: • Experience level: Experienced • Education: Associates skills: • Mechanical • Safety • Autocad • Construction Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status. At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com. Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility). This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
See More Details >>At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world? Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story' Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world. Primary Responsibilities HDR is looking for a highly motivated Senior Mechanical Engineer with a strong work ethic. Our Power Generation and Renewable department in the Southeast is growing rapidly and this is an opportunity to join on the front end and become a key team member with endless potential for career growth. The Senior Mechanical Engineer will be a key member of HDR’s rapidly growing engineering team and will provide day-to-day execution of mechanical engineering and design deliverables for power generating facilities, primarily simple cycle, combined cycle, PV solar, battery energy storage and microgrid. On a day-to-day basis, it is expected that they will: • Lead, manage, and coordinate the work of the design team through the schematic design development and contract document phase of a project. • Lead, manage, mentor, and develop less experienced engineers and designers. • Manage and coordinate workload to complete deliverables on schedule. • Conduct field visits at project sites in conjunction with Project Managers and other disciplines. • Perform high complexity engineering designs including analysis, calculations, research, and equipment selection. • Develop mechanical piping and instrument diagrams (P&IDs) for power plant systems including steam cycles, boiler feed, condensate, water treatment, flue gas, hydrogen, fuel handling, heat transfer systems, and utility systems. • Prepare sizing calculations and specifications for major equipment including, but not limited to, boilers, condensers, cooling towers, tanks, blowers and pumps. • Prepare mechanical engineering designs, equipment lists, general arrangements, aux power demands, and process flow diagrams (PFDs). • Check design deliverables in accordance with industry codes and standards, contract requirements and company standards. • Prepare requisite mechanical documentation for construction. • Assist in the development of schedules, work assignments, and staffing requirements to ensure successful project completion. • Provide technical mentoring and/or oversight. • Balance multiple engineering tasks concurrently. • Testing and commissioning plans. • Review engineering work deliverables following HDR Quality Process. • Lead project teams and provide status updates as needed. • Maintain good relationships with peers, client organizations, vendor representatives and sub-consultants. • Identify and develop new strategic relationships that will support winning and executing assignments for the Power Generation and Renewable team and other groups within HDR. • Travel occasionally as required. Preferred Qualifications • Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar • Previous supervisory experience • Previous proposal development and client management experience • A minimum of 7 years’ experience in project execution with the Power or Heavy Industrial Market Sectors • Engineering experience in the following areas: design experience for simple/combined cycle gas turbines, renewables, coal and hydroelectric • Mechanical powerhouse and balance of plant controls and power systems • Knowledge of large-scale power generation mechanical systems • Prior experience in a consulting engineering environment is highly desirable • Produce design drawings including one-lines, three-lines, schematics, general arrangements, and bill of materials • Experience developing proposals and estimates for Power Generation and Renewable projects • Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills • Local candidates are preferred Required Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in Engineering • A minimum of 10 years of experience • Professional Engineers (PE or P.Eng) license • Extensive experience in project execution within the Power Market Sector • Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office as well as standard Power Market Sector design software (examples include PLS CAD, AutoCAD, Plant 3D, AutoPipe, and Revit) • An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture What We Believe HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve. Our Commitment As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day. Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees. Primary Location: United States-North Carolina-Charlotte Other Locations: United States-South Carolina-Greenville, United States-South Carolina-Charleston, United States-North Carolina-Raleigh, United States-South Carolina-Fort Mill, United States-South Carolina-Columbia, United States-North Carolina-Winston-Salem, United States-North Carolina-Wilmington, United States-North Carolina-Asheville Industry: Power Schedule: Full-time Employee Status: Regular BusinessClass: Power Generation Job Posting: Jun 16, 2025 At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.hdrinc.com/equal-employment-opportunity-employer). We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.
See More Details >>Job Description Summary • 3rd Shift* Maintenance A – Mechanical & Electrical perform a wide variety of complicated maintenance work, involving setup, installation, alteration, repair or rearrangement of machines, facilities, or equipment and their related controls. Will work a substantial portion of the time in the electric and mechanical skill or trade. Will be required to perform maintenance work other than own specialty. Typical working schedule is Sunday – Friday: 11PM-7AM. Other hours and overtime may be necessary at times to support business need. The starting pay for this position will be $33.70/hour progressing to $38.23/hour after 6 months of satisfactory performance. While working the off-shift, you will receive an additional night-shift adder of $1, this transitions to 10% after 5 years of service. Job Description Roles and Responsibilities Duties include, but are not limited to: • Responsible for setting up, maintaining, altering, installing, repairing or rearranging complex equipment or machines and their related controls. Will diagnose equipment malfunctions and perform corrections with minimum of supervision. • Required to tear down, overhaul, and reassemble intricate mechanisms, machines, apparatus, etc. involving complex mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic and lubricating systems. • Responsible for providing mechanical or electrical service on various types of machines or equipment. • Required to service and repair various systems and components for chemical or caustic equipment such as tanks, piping, sumps, etc. • Responsible for performing repair or preventative maintenance on a variety of equipment • Required to work with 480 voltage and below. This includes the changing of motors, contactors, overloads, motor starters, relays, 277v lighting and more. • Installs, repairs or services such facility or production systems and their related controls as water, sanitary, generators, compressors, chemicals, compressed air, gas, steam, plumbing, and waste treatment. • Responsible for performing the most difficult repairing, installing or adjusting of the above machines or equipment, and performing work outside his specialty under the direction of supervision or higher rated personnel. • Required to operate machines and equipment to check the work performed and demonstrate satisfactory operating condition. Required to co-ordinate re-start of equipment with knowledgeable, trained operators to insure satisfactory operation after repairs. • Responsible for operating various types of moving equipment used in installation and repair work, such as fork lift trucks, platform lift trucks, mobile crane, hoists, etc. • Must be able to perform other maintenance services besides own specialty. • Performs duties and tasks conforming to all safety regulations and procedures. Keeps facilities, materials and work areas clean and orderly, exercising good housekeeping practices. • Responsible for operating and maintaining equipment under specific plant permits and other regulations such as NPDES, DWQ, NRC, Etc. Activities would include correct documentation and follow up to insure compliance. • Required to use a shop work order system, including logging time, entering failure notes and any pertinent information into the work order comments. • Must be able to work with minimal supervision and make independent sound process judgments. • Responsible for continuous adherence to all areas of industrial, radiation, and criticality safety regulations and requirements. • Interact with team leaders, maintenance coordinators, production advisors and other personnel to ensure setup and maintenance activities are consistent with production priorities. Assists operators in troubleshooting process equipment issues. • Required to read and interpret technical prints and/or effectively understand and follow oral instructions. • Other relevant duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications • High school graduate (or GED); or formal training in HVAC preferred but equivalent experience will be considered. • Minimum of two (2) years' experience of reading and interpreting complex mechanical and electrical drawings, sketches, and schematics (P&ID). • Minimum of three(3) years of experience in electrical and mechanical fields of maintenance work • Minimum of two (2) years of experience with voltage levels up to 480v. • Minimum of two (2) years of experience with basic computer skills, including ability to complete maintenance documentation, communication via email, access and retrieve information from the Internet, etc. • Must have minimum of two (2) years of proficient experience in operating at least two (2) of the following types of machine equipment: milling machines, drill, or punch presses (for metal fabrication), grinders (for metal fabrication), saws (for metal fabrication), shears, lathes, deburr/edge contouring machines, welding fabrication. • Minimum of three (3) years of experience with at least two of the following gauges: micrometers, vernier scales and calipers, and dial indicators. • Minimum of two (2) years of experience with each of the following: (a) troubleshooting mechanical and/or hydraulic systems; (b) troubleshooting and servicing control circuits; (c) industrial wiring; (d) 3-phase systems. • Minimum of two (2) years of experience with: (a) troubleshooting mechanical and/or hydraulic/pneumatic systems; (b) precision coupling and shaft alignment; (c) precision fitting; • Minimum of two (2) years of experience with manual welding. Eligibility Requirements • Must be able to perform mechanical measurements and visual inspections, as required. • Must be proficient with basic math (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division) and Shop Math, including decimals and fractions. • Required to work shift work in accordance with business needs. Will be expected to respond to scheduled overtime, hold over, or emergency call-in as required. May require employee wear a pager or cell phone. • Must be able to operate forklifts and/or cranes to handle heavy materials. A formal certification is preferred. • Must be physically able to manually lift of up to 50 lbs. Must be capable of manipulating of bulky, heavy machinery and parts, sometimes in awkward positions. • This role requires a strong ability to distinguish color variations • GE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable). • This role is restricted to U.S. persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and other protected individuals under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) due to access to export-controlled technology. GE will require proof of status prior to employment. Desired Characteristics • Associate's degree in a maintenance specialty or trade school desired. • Experience machine leveling, installation, and set-up experience is highly desirable. • Tube Reducer experience is highly desirable. Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401 (k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness. General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a "Sponsor"). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor's welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual. This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government. Additional Information GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable). Relocation Assistance Provided: No
See More Details >>Embarking on a career in the mechanical trade in Wilmington, NC, often begins with an apprenticeship, blending practical experience with theoretical knowledge, enabling individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships typically span three to four years, demanding extensive training under seasoned professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 74,850 mechanical trade professionals nationwide, with a projected job growth of 11% from 2023 to 2033. Apprentices in Wilmington earn an average of $1,198 per week, with experienced professionals often surpassing $12,000 annually. Educational institutions, unions, and specialized platforms facilitate apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with substantial earning potential.
