Sustaining Engineer I

CEM Corporation is a leading global provider of solutions for critical laboratory application in analytical laboratory, chemical synthesis, biotechnology, environmental testing, and food processing markets. As a worldwide leader in laboratory instrumentation and chemical solutions, the company was founded in 1978 and has nearly 200 patents and over 10 R&D 100 awards for its microwave-based products. CEM's headquarters is located in Matthews, NC and operates subsidiaries in the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, India, Japan, and Singapore.

CEM Corporation is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Sustaining Engineer I to join our engineering team. In this role, you will support existing scientific instrumentation and manufacturing operations by assisting with troubleshooting, failure investigations, engineering documentation, product modifications, and continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a foundational engineering background, experience with 3D CAD design, and strong analytical and problem-solving skills. This position off3ers an excellent opportunity for an early-career engineer to gain hands-on experience, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and develop technical expertise while contribution to the reliability, quality, and performance of innovative scientific instruments.

Responsibilities:

Sustaining Engineer Responsibilities Include but not limited to:

Sustaining Engineering

• Assist in investigating reported field failures and manufacturing problems; gather data, reproduce issues, and document findings.
• Support corrective actions and verify results under the direction of senior engineering personnel.
• Assist with evaluation of component substitutions, obsolescence issues, and cost-reduction opportunities.
• Support failure analysis of returned components, subassemblies, and instruments.

Design, Testing & Documentation

• Create and revise 3D models, Creo drawings, assembly procedures, instruction sheets, and bill-of-materials markups.
• Prepare engineering change documentation and assist with ECO/ECN implementation and follow-up.
• Design or modify basic electro-mechanical test and assembly fixtures with engineering guidance.
• Help prepare and execute test plans; record results and escalate unexpected findings.

Manufacturing & Cross-Functional Support

• Troubleshoot routine assembly and test issues with manufacturing and quality personnel.
• Assist in transferring new products and engineering changes into production, including fixture setup, documentation, and training support.
• Collaborate with R&D, Manufacturing, Field Service, and other engineering disciplines on assigned tasks.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related engineering discipline.
• 1–3 years of relevant engineering experience preferred; strong internship or co-op experience may be considered for a new graduate.
• Foundational knowledge of mechanical and/or electrical systems, engineering drawings, test methods, and problem solving.
• Experience with 3D CAD; Creo preferred.
• Ability to document work accurately, communicate clearly, and learn cross-disciplinary instrument technologies.

CEM is an equal opportunity employer including veterans and individuals with disabilities.