MECHANICAL DESIGN ENGINEER

Align Production Systems

$70K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
  • Minimum 3 years of engineering experience
  • Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD)
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and knowledge of materials and fabrication processes
  • Excellent problem-solving skills for decision-making with incomplete data

Responsibilities

  • Plan, develop, and execute engineering projects from concept to production
  • Design new products and refine existing designs while adhering to industry standards
  • Collaborate with Manufacturing and Sales to ensure feasible designs that meet market needs
  • Engage directly with customers to align engineering scope and supplier components
  • Implement continuous improvement practices to enhance quality and reduce costs
  • Maintain detailed project documentation and track changes for performance insights

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on custom-order heavy material handling equipment
  • Collaborative team environment with skilled engineers
  • Focus on innovation and problem-solving in engineering design
  • Direct customer engagement for real-world impact
  • Encouragement for continuous improvement practices
Full Job Description
Job Title: Mechanical Design Engineer

Job Summary: We are seeking a driven Mechanical Design Engineer to join our Engineer-to-Order team. You will be joining a team of skilled engineers to create new custom-order heavy material handling equipment. You will collaborate with your team members to develop novel solutions to challenging engineering problems and see your designs come to life!

Key Responsibilities:
  • Projects: Planning, development, and execution of engineering projects from concept through to production. Ensure projects meet technical specifications, timelines, and budget.
  • Design and Innovation: Design of new products and the refinement of existing ones. Encourage innovation and ensure that design practices adhere to the highest industry standards.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with other departments, including Manufacturing and Sales, to ensure product designs are feasible and align with customer and market needs.
  • Customer management/Supplier Development: Work directly with the end customer to ensure alignment of engineering scope and engage your supply base to find the best components to meet your design constraints.
  • Continuous Improvement: Focus on continuous improvement practices to enhance product quality, reduce costs, and streamline design processes.
  • Reporting and Documentation: Maintain detailed project documentation and track product changes and challenges to advise project performance metrics and future opportunities.

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design & Manufacturing, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in an engineering role.
  • Proficient in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD) and engineering design principles.
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of materials, fabrication processes, and engineering standards.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to make educated decisions based on incomplete data


Apply Today! Ready to join our design team to new heights? Click the apply button and join Align! We look forward to seeing how you can make a difference in our company!

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