Designer I - Product Development (Sanford, NC)

Mechanical/Product Designer

Air Distribution Technologies is seeking a Mechanical/Product Designer to join our Trion engineering team. This role supports both special customer orders and new product development by working closely with engineers to produce high-quality CAD designs and accurate bills of material. The Mechanical Designer plays a key role in ensuring product designs meet specifications, are manufacturable, and are delivered on schedule to support business and customer needs.

What You’ll Do:

• Create 3D solid models and generate 2D drawings, including bills of material, for special customer HVAC equipment orders


• Develop 3D models and detailed drawings for new product development initiatives


• Design sheet metal parts and assemblies for production


• Produce and interpret basic electrical diagrams


• Maintain and update existing product documentation, including design improvements and drawing revisions


• Collaborate with production personnel to clarify drawings and ensure products are built to specifications


• Cross-functionally partner with Purchasing, Sales, and Production Planning teams


• Manage assigned projects to ensure completion within established timelines


• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to product design and documentation


• Perform other duties as assigned

What We’re Looking For:

• Associate or Technical Degree, or equivalent combination of education and experience


• 3–5 years of experience in product design within a manufacturing environment


• Proficiency in SolidWorks (3D modeling) and AutoCAD


• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications

Preferred:

• Experience with MAPICS or similar MRP/ERP systems

Work Environment

The work environment is primarily in a professional office setting with standard office equipment and a climate-controlled atmosphere designed for productivity. There may be occasional opportunities to visit a lab or plant for meetings or collaboration. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

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