Contour Operations Support Engineer

For further information please contact our Talent Specialist: Lavanya | 224-369-0873 Title: Contour Operations Support Engineer Location: Midland, NCDuration: 3 months Description: Work with Operation's and Engineering team members to solve technical problems in Client's Optical Fiber plant in Midland, NC. Support ramp up of new product and processes in a high paced production environment. Drive process capability and improvement efforts via mechanical design and problem-solving methodologies. Support the development and execution of solutions for existing and new technologies resulting in superior processes. Day to Day Responsibilities: • Assess performance gaps and opportunities for new process equipment. • Recommend improvements based on gap analysis of process flow. • Generate designs based on agreed to solutions. • Draft quote packages and obtain competing quotes from vendors. • Deploy prototypes and down select designs based on functionality and performance. • Develop and update engineering and operations documentation. • Provide engineering-level production support to manufacturing operation. • Identify chronic issues and recommend corrective actions. • Provide training for operations/technical workforce regarding equipment or operations changes. Qualification: • BS or MS in Mechanical, Industrial, Ceramics, or other applicable Engineering discipline • 3-5 years of engineering work experience in a manufacturing/production environment Required Skills: • Mechanical design, experience with parametric modeling and technical drafting • Follow structured problem-solving methodology when assessing and recommending solutions. • Ability to learn new technology and processes quickly. • Strong technical fundamentals with process engineering skills. • Ability to multitask and prioritize work on an independent basis. • Strong communication and presentation skills. • Basic understanding of troubleshooting and safety requirements in manufacturing environment • Works well in a team environment. • Willingness to be hands on with the equipment and interact with the operations environment. Desired Skills: • Experience with experimental design. • Project management experience. • Experience with applying statistical principles and using software such as Minitab or JMP. • Experience with polymer or acrylate coatings. • Experience with glass forming and coating application processes.

Created: 2026-03-04