Entry Level R&D Mechanical Engineer Jobs in Greenville, SC

Job Title: Junior Mechanical Engineer

Job Description

The Mechanical Engineer will play a key role in supporting repair and quality activities for gas turbine components within a manufacturing environment. This role focuses on analyzing and resolving repair non-conformance notifications, driving continuous improvement, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance processes, quality, and efficiency. The engineer will contribute to long-term product demand and have opportunities for professional growth and direct employment.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and resolve Repair Non-Conformance Notifications (NCNs) in a timely and high-quality manner.
• Support the service center’s quality initiatives and ensure adherence to quality control standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Design, Supply Chain, and Advanced Manufacturing and Repair Technology, to address repair and process issues.
• Recommend updates to Repair Engineering Instruction (REI) requirements for gas turbine components to improve repair processes and standards.
• Manage repair qualifications for the service center, ensuring compliance with requirements and robust quality control.
• Participate in Root Cause Analysis (RCA) investigations to identify and address quality and process issues.
• Engage in Kaizen and other continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and maintain high engineering standards.
• Assist in maintaining and updating engineering processes, standard operating procedures, and documentation related to repair and manufacturing.
• Apply mechanical engineering principles to support gas turbine design, repair, manufacturing, and services.
• Interpret and use mechanical and electrical drawings to support repair, qualification, and process development activities.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Materials, Electrical, Computer Science, or related field) from an accredited university.
• Foundation in mechanical engineering principles and practices.
• Experience or relevant project-based learning in gas turbine design, repair, manufacturing, or services.
• Knowledge of quality control practices and standard operating procedures in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to conduct root cause failure analysis and participate in structured RCA investigations.
• Experience working with non-conformance reports and related documentation.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical drawings.
• Strong collaboration skills with cross-functional teams and customers.
• Self-motivated, open-minded approach with the ability to challenge existing thinking and take smart, calculated risks.
• Demonstrated continuous improvement (Lean) mindset and familiarity with Kaizen initiatives.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Academic or internship supporting gas turbine design, repair, manufacturing, or services.
• Academic or hands-on experience in process development such as fixture development, machining (mills/EDMs), laser applications (cladding/ablation), joining/brazing, coating, or inspection technologies.
• Understanding of advanced manufacturing and repair technologies for gas turbine components.
• Ability to contribute to the development and refinement of repair engineering instructions and qualifications.
• Strong communication skills to support an inclusive and collaborative team environment.
• Empowered mindset to dream big, innovate, and drive improvements in processes and quality.

Work Environment

This role is based in a manufacturing environment working with world-class equipment, tools, and resources dedicated to gas turbine repair and related processes. The engineer will collaborate with a broader, inclusive team focused on quality, safety, and continuous improvement. The position offers access to paid time off, vacation, and benefits, as well as the opportunity for long-term, direct employment supported by a strong demand for products.

This is a Contract position based out of Greenville, SC.

The pay range for this position is $38.50 - $43.50/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Greenville,SC.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 27, 2026.

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