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Mechanical Design Engineer
Location: Marietta, Ohio
Job Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire
Pay: Starting at $60,000/year (higher compensation available based on experience)
Position Overview
We are seeking a motivated Mechanical Design Engineer to support the development and enhancement of industrial power distribution equipment. This role offers the opportunity to work on new product designs, custom engineering solutions, and continuous product improvements while collaborating with cross-functional teams throughout the manufacturing process.
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, enjoys solving technical challenges, and has experience with 3D CAD modeling and product development.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and document mechanical components and assemblies for power distribution and electrical equipment
- Collaborate with engineering, production, supply chain, and service teams to deliver high-quality products on schedule
- Participate in design reviews and implement feedback to improve product performance and manufacturability
- Develop mechanical prototypes, support fabrication activities, and drive design improvements based on testing results
- Independently manage smaller engineering projects from concept through release
- Partner with multiple departments to ensure products meet customer expectations and manufacturing requirements
- Support product customization, engineering change notices (ECNs), product lifecycle management, and continuous improvement initiatives
- Prepare and maintain technical documentation and engineering drawings
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline
- Minimum of 2 years of relevant mechanical design experience
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities while working in a collaborative environment
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience designing power distribution or electrical enclosure products
- Minimum of 2 years of experience using SolidWorks CAD software, including thermal and structural evaluations
- Experience with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) software
- Knowledge of sheet metal design, detail drawings, assembly drawings, and Design for Manufacturing (DFM) principles
- Familiarity with UL and IEC electrical safety standards
- Experience with Switchboards, Power Distribution Units (PDUs), UL 891, or UL 508 control panels
- Technical writing experience
- Experience designing or supporting test fixtures
Skills & Technologies
- SolidWorks CAD
- Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) software
- Sheet Metal Design
- Design for Manufacturing (DFM)
- Thermal & Structural Analysis
- Engineering Documentation
- Mechanical Prototyping
- Cross-Functional Project Collaboration
What We Offer
- Competitive starting salary with higher compensation based on experience
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement
- Collaborative engineering environment with exposure to product development and manufacturing
- Hands-on experience working on innovative industrial and power distribution equipment
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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