Job Title: Program Engineer / Engineering Assistant
Schedule: Day Shift | Monday – Friday
Pay: $16 – $23/hour (depending on experience)
Type: Contract-to-hire
About the Role:
We are seeking an entry-level Program Engineer / Engineering Assistant to join our team on a contract-to-hire basis. This is a perfect opportunity for someone just starting their career in engineering, CAD, or manufacturing, looking to gain hands-on experience and grow within a professional team. You will work directly with our experienced engineers and support day-to-day operations in the office and manufacturing environment.
Responsibilities:
Maintain workspace and organize computer/data files
Develop Bill of Materials (BOM) accurately from CAD data and prints
Process, color, and prep print packages
Assist with Mastercam and/or SolidWorks tasks, including minor design and CAD updates
Process quote requests and customer changes to prints or CAD data
Read and interpret blueprints and ensure CAD dimensions are accurate
Prep and log waterjet or CNC data
Communicate with internal teams and customers regarding design or tooling needs
Be attentive to special tooling or process requirements
Qualifications / Skills:
Coursework or experience in CAD (SolidWorks), CAM (Mastercam), or drafting
Familiarity with Microsoft Office: Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Understanding of CNC machining processes
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and blueprints
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Eager to learn and grow in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
High school diploma or equivalent; recent graduates or entry-level candidates encouraged
Linked, LLC is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We celebrate and embrace differences and are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. Our goal is to ensure that every employee and applicant is treated with respect and fairness. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified candidates and are committed to making reasonable accommodations to support diverse needs throughout the hiring process. Linked, LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is dedicated to fostering a work environment where everyone can thrive.

Linked is a certified woman-owned staffing company based in Sterling Heights, MI. We focus on all areas of personnel staffing including candidate search, recruitment, and direct placement services.
Linked is dedicated to providing a premier staffing service to support the hiring needs of organizations worldwide. We make time to learn your business, workplace culture, and the unique characteristics of each hiring search.
We treat your time and resources as if they are ours. Linked understands the sense of urgency when you need a position filled and we match the best candidates with our clients fast and accurately. We will work with your timing needs- this is our promise to you. In today’s fast-paced world, we realize the importance of maintaining a friendly staff that you can trust and communicate with easily and effectively.
At Linked, we specialize in staffing for wide variety of industries including:
Engineering
Information Technology
Accounting/Finance
Human Resources
Healthcare
Manufacturing
Professional/Administrative
We see your big picture. Our sophistication, professionalism, and awareness of the industries we serve make us a clear sounding board to our clients. We don’t just fill open roles; we offer strategic thinking and solutions that make clients stronger.
HR experts estimate the cost of turnover at 2 to 7 times the annual salary of the person being replaced. When it comes to staffing, the best value comes from getting it right the first time.