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Mechanical Engineer II - Temporary

Kurt J. Lesker Company, Phila, PA, United States


Mechanical Engineer II – Temporary
Location: Jefferson Hills, PA (Onsite – South of Pittsburgh, PA)

Employment Type: Temporary (Up to 12‑month assignment)

Division: Process Equipment Division

Reports To: Mechanical Engineering Supervisor

Position Summary
The Mechanical Engineer II is a mid‑level, temporary engineering role responsible for the design and detailing of mechanical components, equipment, and machinery used in vacuum systems and related industrial applications. This position applies mechanical engineering principles to support the development of products such as vacuum chambers, sub‑assemblies, integrated systems, robots, and machines. The Mechanical Engineer II may support activities across fabrication, operation, installation, application, and repair of mechanical products. This role requires sound engineering judgment, hands‑on design experience, and the ability to work with some independence under the direction of an experienced Engineer or Supervisor. Creativity and technical ownership are expected.

Key Responsibilities

Design and detail mechanical components used in company product lines while following established engineering procedures

Modify and create mechanical designs for new and existing products

Work within defined project budgets and timelines

Create and maintain Bills of Material (BOMs) in the corporate ERP system

Interface with Sales and Product Management to understand customer and project requirements

Collaborate with the internal machine shop to support cost‑effective manufacturing solutions

Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and safety requirements

Perform other related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Minimum 2 years of mechanical design experience

Strong 3D CAD experience

Strong working knowledge of GD&T principles

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with Solid Edge or other mid‑range 3D modeling software

Experience designing vacuum systems or related mechanical equipment

Why Kurt J. Lesker Company
Kurt J. Lesker Company is a global leader in vacuum technology and advanced manufacturing, supporting critical industries such as semiconductor, aerospace, medical, and optical. With more than 70 years of innovation, we offer employees the opportunity to contribute to cutting‑edge technologies in a collaborative, mission‑driven environment.

We offer

Competitive compensation

On‑site gym, wellness programs, and walking trails

Electric vehicle charging stations and sustainability initiatives

A collaborative, people‑first culture

Kurt J. Lesker Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. KJLC is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities unless doing so would result in undue hardship. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at hr@lesker.com or (412) 387‑9200.

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