Mechanical Design Engineer

RFA Engineering

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

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
  • Experience in mechanical design and product development.
  • Proficient in 3D CAD modeling and engineering drawings (Creo preferred).
  • Experience in root cause analysis and failure analysis.
  • Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
  • Strong communication skills for collaboration with teams.
  • Hands-on support for prototype and production builds.

Responsibilities

  • Research, design, develop, and test mechanical products.
  • Analyze customer design proposals for feasibility.
  • Investigate equipment failures to diagnose and recommend solutions.
  • Assist with structural design documentation.
  • Support product development and improvement initiatives.
  • Conduct root cause analysis for product failures.
  • Support and collaborate on prototype and production builds.

Benefits

  • Health and Dental Insurance
  • TelaDoc Healthiest You
  • Supplemental Vision Insurance
  • Company Paid Life Insurance
  • Company Paid Long-Term Disability
  • Short-term Disability
  • Retirement Savings Account (401k options)
  • Flexible Spending Plan for Dependent Care
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) for medical expenses
  • Bonus Plan for exempt employees
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Paid Holidays
  • Bereavement Leave
  • Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
  • Education Assistance
Full Job Description
Mechanical Design Engineer

This Mechanical Engineer will support the design, development, testing, and continuous improvement of mechanical products and systems. The role includes developing 3D models and drawings, investigating failures and root causes, supporting prototype and production builds, collaborating with manufacturing and validation teams, and developing solutions for product improvement, quality, and cost reduction.

Job Description
  • Research, design, develop, manufacture, and test tools, engines, machines and other mechanical devices.
  • Research and analyze customer design proposals, specifications, manuals to determine time and cost feasibility to complete projects.
  • Investigate equipment failures and difficulties to diagnose faulty operation and make recommendation to maintenance crew.
  • Assist drafters in developing the structural design of products using tools, equipment or software.
  • Support product development, product improvement, cost reduction, and product health initiatives.
  • Research and analyze engineering requirements, specifications, test results, and field issues to develop effective solutions.
  • Investigate product, component, and system failures and perform root cause analysis to identify corrective actions.
  • Support prototype, pilot, and production builds while working closely with manufacturing and operations teams.
  • Collaborate with validation engineers to support testing activities and ensure robust product performance.
  • Develop and evaluate design concepts for fabricated structures, mounting systems, castings, machined components, tube routings, hose routings, and other mechanical systems.
  • Participate in continuous product improvement and quality improvement projects.
  • Create and modify engineering documentation, 3-D models, drawings, and product structures using engineering software tools.

Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
  • Experience with mechanical design, product development, and engineering problem-solving.
  • Proficiency with 3D CAD modeling and engineering drawing creation. (Creo preferred)
  • Experience analyzing product or component failures and performing root cause analysis.
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering specifications, drawings, and test results.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills with engineering, manufacturing, and validation teams.
  • Ability to support prototype, pilot, and production builds in a hands-on environment.
  • Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.

Desired Experience
  • Experience in a production environment working with cross functional teams.
  • Experience with manufacturing, fabrication, or assembly operations.
  • Database Management.

Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position.

Salary Range: $70,000-$95,000 Commensurate with Experience

Competitive Benefits
  • Health and Dental Insurance
  • TelaDoc Healthiest You
  • Supplemental Vision Insurance
  • Company Paid Life Insurance
  • Company Paid Long-Term Disability
  • Short-term Disability
  • Retirement Savings Account (Traditional 401k & Roth 401k)
  • Flexible Spending Plan Dependent Care
  • HSA for Medical Expenses
  • Bonus Plan (Exempt Employees Only)
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Paid Holidays
  • Bereavement Leave
  • Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
  • Education Assistance

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