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Contractual Graduate Mechanical Engineer Jobs in Raleigh, NC

Dewberry

Senior Mechanical Engineer - Healthcare

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$92K - $121K/yr

Whether you're an experienced professional or a new graduate, you'll have the chance to collaborate ... Responsibilities The Senior Mechanical Engineer would be expected to provide the following to ...

Dewberry

Senior Mechanical Engineer - Healthcare

Raleigh, NC

$92K - $121K/yr

Whether you're an experienced professional or a new graduate, you'll have the chance to collaborate ... The Senior Mechanical Engineer would be expected to provide the following to others on the design ...

Clark Nexsen

Fire Protection Engineer Graduate

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$80K - $108K/yr

A Fire Protection Engineer Graduate will perform fire protection engineering services on multi ... Mechanical Engineering Preferred Skills: * Working familiarity with design/production and fire ...

BSA Lifestructures Inc

Mechanical Designer

Raleigh, NC · On-site

We are searching for an upcoming Mechanical Engineering graduate to join our Raleigh, NC studio! What You'll Do: * Assists Engineers with the design and documentation of complex projects * Prepares ...

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UL Solutions

Entry Level Engineer - Raleigh, NC

Durham, NC · On-site

$64K - $75K/yr

Recent graduate (Fresh Grad) candidates are welcome. * Degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering preferred. * Prior exposure to HVAC systems , power tools/drills , gardening tools ...

UL Solutions

Entry Level Engineer - Raleigh, NC

Durham, NC · Hybrid

$64K - $75K/yr

Recent graduate (Fresh Grad) candidates are welcome. * Degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering preferred. * Prior exposure to HVAC systems , power tools/drills , gardening tools ...

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As of Aug 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for contractual graduate mechanical engineer in Raleigh, NC is $32.27, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $26.15 and $36.44 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contractual Graduate Mechanical Engineer vs Junior Mechanical Engineer?

AspectContractual Graduate Mechanical EngineerJunior Mechanical Engineer
QualificationsBachelor's in Mechanical Engineering, possibly some internshipsBachelor's in Mechanical Engineering, entry-level
Work EnvironmentProject-based, temporary contracts, training-focusedFull-time, ongoing projects, team collaboration
Employer UsageHiring for internships or short-term projectsEntry-level position in engineering firms or manufacturing

The Contractual Graduate Mechanical Engineer typically refers to a temporary, training-oriented role for recent graduates, often on short-term contracts. In contrast, a Junior Mechanical Engineer is a full-time, entry-level employee working on ongoing projects. Both roles require similar educational backgrounds but differ mainly in employment type and scope of responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Contractual Graduate Mechanical Engineer job openings in Raleigh, NC as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 8% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $67,127 per year, or $32.3 per hour.

Mechanical Engineer Specialist - Structural Analysis (Nuclear)

Flowserve

Raleigh, NC • On-site

Full-time

Posted 23 days ago

Flowserve rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 56 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

114th of 489 rated machine equipment manufacturers

Job description

The Applied Structural Mechanical Analysis team is part of the global operating department of Global Engineering Services within the Flowserve Corporation. The team performs in-depth structural mechanical and rotor dynamic analysis on all product lines of Flowserve, including valves, pumps, and seals. The analyses are done for internal customers during R&D, product upgrades, order acquisition/fulfillment, and for external customers in the aftermarket.
Flowserve has restructured the engineering organization to a centralized global organization. In this organization, Global Engineering Services delivers highly specialized services to all Flowserve's business units in the following areas: Fluid Flow, Structural Mechanics, Materials, and Product Compliance.
The Engineer Applied Structural Mechanical Analysis performs structural and rotor dynamic analysis and reviews for order engineering, product development and for R&D for all Business Units and products. This includes optimization of the mechanical product design in accordance with customer specifications and requirements, national and international standards and internal procedures. The engineer performs mechanical and rotor dynamic analysis in all phases of the project, including input for detailed design. The key objectives are accuracy and quality of the results as well as the on-time delivery of said results. The engineer is the technical specialist on applied structural mechanical analysis for the product lines.
Responsibilities:
  • Perform structural, thermal and vibration engineering analyses on pressure vessels and rotating equipment for our products (including pump, hydraulic turbine, valve, seal and including the auxiliary equipment) in order to judge the adequacy of the design in relation to the applicable design requirements and for R&D activities
  • Evaluate the impact of the design modification of components on the structural design.
  • Define critical dimensions of products and components.
  • Executes different types of mechanical analysis and reporting, including torsional and lateral analysis on products, such as pumps and skids.
  • Perform evaluation utilizing classical methods of structural analysis, thermal analysis, and hydraulic analysis
  • Carry out finite element analysis (FEA) of machine components, sub-assemblies and related support structures to determine stress, strain and, where necessary, natural frequencies, un-damped and damped
  • Review and evaluate customer specifications and supplier quotations related to technical acceptability of the mechanical design.
  • Assess FEA results against customer specifications, industry and Flowserve design standards and procedures for fatigue life and dynamic stability
  • Submittal of high-quality contractual documentation in accordance with customer/industry code requirements, such as ASME and present/discuss the results of the analysis with customer/stakeholders
  • Compile design reports in compliance with ASME Section III and VIII Divisions 1, 2 and 3 code requirements
  • Plan, direct, coordinate and perform the structural engineering activities in accordance with customer requirements, company's objectives and policies and within the established project budget and timeline
  • Perform evaluation utilizing classical methods of structural analysis, thermal analysis
  • Manage structural design activities, such that optimum cost effectiveness is obtained between quality, design, and manufacturing, while ensuring that the engineering design standards are adhered to.
  • Participate in design reviews.
  • Communicate with internal and external stakeholders on progress, approach and results of the analysis and active participate in meetings.
  • Conduct or participate in Root Cause Analysis in order to define corrective and preventive actions.
  • Support of and participate in the quality audits
  • Technical lead of R&D projects dedicated to modify and develop product upgrades
  • Develop design tools for product design modification
  • Automation of the design and analysis process to improve the analysis time
  • Provide management with accurate and informative reports and evaluate the results of project assignments along with appropriate recommended course of action.
  • Participate in improvement and standardization activities such as Green Belt, Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma to improve the operational performance
  • Share information, knowledge and experience within Flowserve

Requirements:
  • Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equal.
  • 8-10 years in applied structural mechanical analysis, specifically rotating equipment.
  • Nuclear Industry experience.
  • Background working within a customer-oriented working environment.
  • Extended knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, Finite element analysis packages (ANSYS/ABAQUS), and 3D modeling software (SolidWorks).
  • Skilled at performing hand calculations and/or rough order of magnitude calculations
  • U.S. citizen or Green Card Holder required
  • Fluent in the English language.

Preferred:
  • Knowledge of complex pump/seal/valve design, and hydraulic drawings is a plus.
  • P.E. license is a plus
  • Carry out a sense of energy, ownership and personal commitment to the work and the overall work environment.
  • Reliable in fulfilling obligations and consistently meeting deadlines.
  • Encourages others to be accountable for commitments in their areas of responsibility.
  • Able to professionally communicate at all levels in the organization.
  • Ability to motivate people and to continuously improve the safety culture and awareness.
  • Self-motivation and drive to meet schedules.

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If a culture of excellence, innovation and ownership is what you're searching for, consider putting your experience in motion at Flowserve. As an individual contributor, or as a leader of people, your enterprise mindset will ensure Flowserve's position as the global standard in comprehensive flow control solutions. Here, your opportunity for professional development and industry leading rewards will be supported by our foundational commitments to the values of people first, integrity and safety. Thinking beyond opportunity and reward, at Flowserve, we are inspired by working together to create extraordinary flow control solutions to make the world better for everyone! Flowserve Corporation is a multinational company, and one of the largest suppliers of industrial and environmental machinery such as pumps, valves, end face mechanical seals, automation, and services to the power, oil, gas, chemical and other industries. Flowserve offers competitive pay, annual bonuses, medical benefits on day 1, generous paid vacation time, paid holidays, pension plan, 401(k) and many other excellent benefits. NOTE: Drop the last paragraph

Industry

Manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Irving, TX, US

Year founded

1997

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