Mechanical Designer / Design Engineer SolidWorks (Power Industry)
Location: Hampton, GA 30228
Pay Range: $26$28 per hour (Temp-to-Direct Opportunity)
Overview
An immediate opportunity is available for a Mechanical Designer / Design Engineer to join a growing engineering team supporting the power transmission industry. In this role, you will focus on designing and modifying mechanical components used in high-voltage disconnect switches, creating detailed shop drawings, and preparing bills of materials to support production and fabrication.
This position is ideal for a mechanically inclined designer or early-career engineer with strong SolidWorks experience who enjoys hands-on design work and translating engineering concepts into detailed manufacturing documentation. The role offers exposure to specialized power equipment design and provides opportunities for long-term growth within the engineering department.
Key Responsibilities
Create detailed mechanical drawings, layouts, and sketches for parts and assemblies used in high-voltage switch products
Develop and maintain shop drawings used for engineering, fabrication, and production
Prepare Bills of Material (BOMs) for assemblies and sub-assemblies
Modify and customize existing drawings to meet specific client and application requirements
Perform mechanical, structural, and basic electrical calculations related to design preparation
Review and process engineering orders to support manufacturing and production workflows
Implement drawing revisions and engineering changes as directed by senior designers or application engineers
Ensure designs meet internal engineering standards and manufacturing requirements
Collaborate with engineering and production teams to ensure accuracy and functionality of design documentation
Support the customization of high-voltage disconnect switch products for customer applications
Required Skills and Qualifications
2+ years of mechanical design experience using SolidWorks, OR a BSME / BSMET degree in Mechanical Engineering
Strong proficiency in SolidWorks for mechanical design and drafting
Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of mechanical systems and assemblies
Experience creating detailed manufacturing drawings and technical documentation
Ability to prepare and manage Bills of Material (BOMs)
Strong attention to detail and ability to produce accurate engineering documentation
Ability to collaborate with engineering teams and support production requirements
U.S. Citizen or Green Card holder required
Preferred Skills
Experience designing components for power transmission equipment or electrical infrastructure
Experience creating shop drawings for fabricated mechanical assemblies
Familiarity with high-voltage switchgear or disconnect switch equipment
Previous experience working in manufacturing, industrial equipment, or power industry environments
SolidWorks certifications or internship experience using SolidWorks
Associate degree or technical training in mechanical design or drafting
Interest in long-term career growth within mechanical design and engineering