Mechanical Engineer (Industrial/Manufacturing)

Quality Assurance Associate (Mechanical Engineer) - Location: Newport, DE - Day Shift: Monday-Saturday, 10-hour shifts (overtime) - Job Type: contract Company Overview Our client is a full-service mechanical and fabrication company specializing in industrial, commercial, and institutional markets. They provide pipe, sheet metal & steel fabrication, modular construction, mechanical services, industrial field services, boiler services & repair, and HVAC/plumbing services. Their core values emphasize safety, consistent quality, a dedicated team, and an efficient approach. They value career growth, job stability, and a family-friendly culture. Position Summary As a Quality Assurance Associate, you will support the engineering team in designing, analyzing, and validating mechanical systems and fabrication processes (pipe, sheet metal, steel) for projects in industrial, commercial, and institutional sectors. You'll work on the shop-fabrication side, field services, and contribute to the company's commitment to efficiency and quality. Main Job Duties: - Conduct shift reports. - Track completed work/projects. - Shop spool confirmation of dimensions and configuration. - Assist with documenting material and welders. - Work with shipping and receiving fabricated spools that are outbound on trucking. Qualifications & Skills - Strong experience coordinating shipping and receiving. - Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (preferred but not required). - 0 to 3 years of relevant mechanical engineering experience (fresh graduates with intern/co-op experience welcomed). - Ability to read/interpret blueprints. - Knowledge of mechanical systems (piping, HVAC, plumbing, sheet metal, steel) in industrial or commercial environments is a plus. - Familiarity with engineering analysis tools and techniques (stress/flow calculations, support design). - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail. - Good communication skills - able to work with engineers, fabricators, and field teams. - Ability to work in a fast-paced fabrication/field environment, adapting to changes and working under guidance. Qualified candidates, please contact Sarah Bartel Email resume to: Office #: