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Net2Source (N2S)

Project Engineer

Net2Source (N2S), West Lafayette, Indiana, United States, 47907

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Engineering Recruiter at Net2Source Inc. – Hiring for Fortune 500 Aerospace, Engineering, HVAC and Semiconductor Clients Contract

12 months (possible extension)

Location:

Fully onsite – West Lafayette, IN

Shift:

Mon‑Fri 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Pay range:

$50 – $64 per hour

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Top Pointers

Collaborate with operations, assembly, supply chain, and engineering teams to support product builds.

Document and maintain assembly instructions using MESA.

Assist in identifying and documenting build issues during AQE (Advanced Quality Engineering) events.

Enter and manage engineering alerts and changes.

Support and coordinate rework activities as needed.

Provide hands‑on support for sub‑assembly and end‑of‑line product testing.

Troubleshoot and resolve issues on the assembly line and test cells.

Coordinate engineering‑procured materials for NPI and pre‑production builds.

2–3 NPI projects and provide support for 4–5 production models concurrently.

Typical Task Breakdown 1. Cross‑Functional Collaboration

Attend daily/weekly syncs with operations, assembly, supply chain, and engineering teams.

Communicate build status, issues, and updates between factory and engineering.

Participate in design reviews and production readiness meetings.

2. Documentation & Process Control

Create and update assembly instructions in MESA.

Validate documentation accuracy during pilot builds and production runs.

Ensure version control and distribution of updated instructions.

3. Build Issue Management

Observe and log build issues during AQE events.

Collaborate with quality and engineering teams to identify root causes.

Track issue resolution and implement corrective actions.

Enter engineering alerts into the tracking system.

Monitor status and impact of alerts on production.

Communicate changes to relevant stakeholders and update documentation accordingly.

5. Rework Coordination

Identify rework needs based on build or test failures.

Develop rework instructions and coordinate execution with production teams.

Track rework completion and verify product quality post‑rework.

6. Testing Support

Assist with sub‑assembly and end‑of‑line testing procedures.

Troubleshoot test failures and elevate issues as needed.

Ensure test equipment is calibrated and functioning properly.

7. Assembly Line & Test Cell Support

Provide real‑time support for line stoppages or test cell issues.

Analyze recurring problems and propose process improvements.

Train operators and technicians on new procedures or updates.

8. Material Coordination

Track and manage engineering‑procured materials for NPI and pre‑production builds.

Ensure timely delivery and availability of components.

Communicate shortages or delays to project teams.

Manage 2–3 NPI projects, including build planning, execution, and feedback loops.

Provide ongoing support for 4–5 production models, addressing daily operational needs.

Maintain dashboards or trackers for project status and issue resolution.

Technical Skills (Required)

CreO, Teamcenter PLM

BOM Management

PLM

GD&T

3D modeling (CREO, AutoCAD, Teamcenter)

Microsoft O365

Soft Skills (Required)

Clear and fluent English with both oral and written communications

Growth mindset, aggressive and outgoing to learn processes at Caterpillar

Ability to work independently and with a team

Work with a sense of urgency but must be balanced with priorities given to Safety & Ergonomics as well as Quality.

Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type Contract

Job Function Engineering and Project Management

Industries Agriculture, Construction, Mining Machinery Manufacturing, Motor Vehicle Manufacturing, and Machinery Manufacturing

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