Entry-Level Manufacturing Engineer
Job Title: Entry-Level Manufacturing Engineer (Recent Grad)
Location: Davenport, IA 52809
Assignment Length: 1 Year+ (Possible Extension)
Position Type: Contract/Contingent
Shift: 1st Shift (6:00 AM – 2:30 PM) | Overtime may be requested (5-8 hours)
About the Role:
🚀 Start your engineering career with us! As a Manufacturing Engineer supporting the Articulated Dump Truck assembly line at our Davenport location, you’ll jump right into hands-on projects aimed at improving safety, quality, and efficiency. It’s the perfect opportunity for a recent grad to apply your degree and make a real impact!
What You'll Do:
- Work with cross-functional teams to drive improvements in safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
- Lead and support small to moderate capital projects to improve manufacturing processes.
- Help establish and optimize assembly operations, including layouts, labor standards, and methods.
- Troubleshoot and develop solutions to improve current assembly processes and technologies.
- Analyze manufacturing data to identify opportunities for improvement.
What We’re Looking For:
- Recent Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Industrial, Mechanical, Manufacturing, Electrical, or related fields).
- Passion for manufacturing processes and making things run smoothly.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to learn on the job.
- Good communicator—able to work with operators, team members, and leadership.
- Self-starter who can work independently and take initiative on projects.
Nice-to-Have Skills (Not Required):
- Familiar with engineering tools and manufacturing execution systems.
- Hands-on project leadership experience, even if it’s from school or internships.
Why You Should Apply:
- Work on real projects and see your work make a direct impact on the assembly line.
- Build your engineering expertise in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Opportunity for career growth with possible extensions beyond the initial contract.
- Overtime options for extra earning potential.
- Supportive team with plenty of learning and mentorship opportunities.
Ready to kickstart your engineering career? Apply now and be part of a dynamic team!