Mechanical Engineer Apprenticeship Department: Manufacturing Employment Type: Contract / Temp Location: Valencia, California Reporting To: Manufacturing Project Manager Compensation: $23.00 - $25.00 / hour Description The Mechanical Engineering Apprentice will support projects focusing on mechanical design that includes measuring, 3D modeling, creating drawings, and prototyping. They will measure and reverse engineer in house fixtures in order to design 3D models and create 2D drawings. They will be performing router/BOM verification to assure their accuracy. They will be trained to perform time studies for different manufacturing processes to assure proper cost calculation. In addition, they will be working with in house machine shop or a third-party vendor in order to assist fabricating components, subassemblies, and assemblies. They will be working with cross functional teams to achieve finishing different projects as part of operational team to support production. Key Responsibilities + Measuring components using different measurement equipment + Create 3D models , using Solidworks + Create 2D drawings of a solid model, using Solidworks + Create Subassemblies and Assemblies to assure functionality + Prototyping + Create BOMs (Assembly/Product) + Perform mathematical calculations + Create layouts, using Solidworks or Draftsight + Perform process time study as needed + Router/BOM Verification + Attend Kaizens as needed + Write technical procedures such as assembly and preventive maintenance Skills Knowledge and Expertise + Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) + Experience with Solidworks software + Strong technical presentation skills + Electrical and Programming background is a plus + Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering Benefits What’s in it for you on Day 1: + Medical, dental and vision insurance plans + Prescription Drug Plans + Basic Life Insurance + 401k plan with company match + Employee Referral Program + PTO and Sick and Safe Leave + Paid Holidays + Employee Appreciation Events Knowles is committed to providing a competitive and fair total compensation package for all employees. One element in our total compensation package is base pay. The starting pay for this role is targeted between $23.00 to $25.00 per hour. Individual compensation decisions are based on a number of factors, including but not limited to previous experience and skills acquired prior to joining Knowles, cost of living in the assigned work location, assigned schedule, and salaries of similarly situated peers at the company. It is to be expected that candidates will come to us with different sets of skills and experiences and therefore will be paid at different points in the stated range. We recognize that the person(s) we select for hire may be less experienced or more experienced than the role as posted; if this is the case, any updates to available salary ranges will be communicated with candidates during the recruitment process. Equal Opportunity Statement: We prohibit pay discrimination and discrimination of any kind based on race, color, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, or other legally protected status. ITAR Statement: Please note that this position may require access to technical data controlled under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Applicants must be U.S. persons (citizens, lawful permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status) or have the necessary authorization to access controlled technical data. Compliance with ITAR and EAR regulations is a condition of employment. Notice to Staffing Agencies, Search Firms and Recruitment Agencies: The recruitment process at Knowles is managed through the Human Resources department. Knowles does not accept resumes submitted from 3rd party agencies outside of our system. To submit resumes, 3rd party agencies will need to be a pre-approved vendor with a valid contract in place, be actively engaged by Knowles to recruit for a specific position and have agency log in credentials to submit candidates to our careers portal. Please do not submit resumes via e-mail, through our external website or directly to our employees. Any resumes submitted in this way become the property of Knowles and will not be eligible for any placement fee.