About this opportunity
Expert Connections lists this Mechanical Designer opportunity in charlotte, North Carolina. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Our client, a growing, family-owned manufacturer of custom-engineered equipment , is seeking an experienced Mechanical Designer to join its Engineering team in Charlotte, NC. This is a hands-on mechanical design position for someone who enjoys taking ownership of their work and seeing designs move from SolidWorks models and fabrication drawings to equipment being manufactured and assembled in the shop
The Mechanical Designer II will work closely with Project Engineers, Project Management, Manufacturing, Sourcing, and other internal teams.
There is no visa sponsorship available for this opportunity.
Key Responsibilities
Develop detailed 3D mechanical equipment designs and models using SolidWorks
Create detailed fabrication-level drawing packages
Design mechanical equipment, weldments, components, and assemblies
Utilize top-down and assembly-driven modeling techniques
Apply appropriate drafting standards to drawings and technical documentation
Design and integrate power transmission components , including motors, gearboxes, chain drives, shafts, and bearings
Complete mechanical design calculations as required
Make informed design decisions while collaborating with Project Engineers throughout the review process
Support Project Managers with technical drawings and project submittal packages
Ensure design deliverables meet project specifications, schedules, milestones, and quality requirements
Work directly with fabrication, machining, and assembly teams to resolve design and manufacturing questions
Collaborate across Engineering, Manufacturing, Sourcing, Sales, and Customer Service
Manage design responsibilities across multiple projects simultaneously
Participate in product and process improvement initiatives
Occasionally support field measurements, installation, and troubleshooting
Qualifications
2-4+ years of experience in 3D mechanical design and modeling
Strong, hands-on SolidWorks experience is required
4+ years of experience designing mechanical equipment, weldments, and assemblies
Experience with top-down and assembly-driven modeling
Strong knowledge of drafting standards and fabrication-level drawings
Experience designing equipment or products that are fabricated, machined, and assembled
Experience with power transmission equipment , including motors, gearboxes, chain drives, shafts, and bearings
Ability to complete mechanical design calculations
Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to make design decisions independently while collaborating with engineering and manufacturing teams
Associate's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Preferred Experience
Expert-level SolidWorks proficiency and/or SolidWorks certification
AutoCAD and 2D design/detailing experience
Knowledge of bending, punching, welding, machining, and other fabrication processes
Experience designing industrial machinery or custom-engineered mechanical equipment
Experience with material handling systems, conveyors, or bulk storage
Experience within the municipal water and wastewater industry
Experience with electrical power, instrumentation, or controls
Why Join?
Join a growing, family-owned company with direct access to leadership
Design custom mechanical equipment and see your work manufactured and assembled in-house
Take ownership of your designs while collaborating with experienced engineers and manufacturing teams
Excellent benefits, including 100% company-paid medical premiums for employees and dependents
Benefits
100% company-paid medical premiums for employees and dependents
5% 401(k) match
Up to 10% performance bonus opportunity
15 days of vacation starting in year one paid holidays (20 days after year 1)
Company-paid STD, LTD, Life Insurance & AD&D
Dental and vision insurance
Worksite address
charlotte, NC, 28201, US
Who can apply
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