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Mechanical Design Engineer

LHH US
  • Coraopolis, PA
  • $60,000–$95,000 Per Year
1 day ago

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description
Mechanical Design Engineer

Position Overview

A growing industrial engineering organization is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to support the design, development, and execution of custom equipment and process system projects. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex engineering challenges throughout the full project lifecycle, from initial concept development through installation and commissioning.

The successful candidate will collaborate closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams, project managers, vendors, and customers to deliver high-quality solutions that meet technical, schedule, and budget objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Engineering & Design
  • Review project specifications, contract requirements, and technical documentation to ensure compliance with project scope and customer requirements.
  • Design and develop mechanical equipment, assemblies, and supporting systems for industrial applications.
  • Perform equipment sizing, component selection, and engineering calculations to verify system performance and functionality.
  • Design and support process-related systems, including piping, structural, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems.
  • Develop foundation loading information and technical support documentation for equipment installations.
  • Prepare technical specifications for equipment, components, and process systems.
  • Ensure designs comply with applicable industry codes, standards, and internal quality requirements.
Project Execution
  • Support procurement activities through technical evaluations and equipment requisitions.
  • Review vendor drawings, technical submittals, and equipment documentation for compliance with project requirements.
  • Coordinate with engineering disciplines to develop and release detailed fabrication and construction drawings.
  • Provide technical support to project teams throughout execution.
  • Contribute to technical documentation, operating procedures, and engineering reports.
  • Participate in installation, commissioning, startup, and acceptance activities as needed.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives and adherence to quality management processes.
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
  • 1-3 years of engineering or design experience within industrial manufacturing, process industries, heavy equipment, or similar technical environments.
  • Working knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic system design principles.
  • Understanding of mechanical design fundamentals, including machine components, structural systems, and piping systems.
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, P&IDs, technical specifications, and related documentation.
  • Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and Word.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with AutoCAD, Inventor, SolidWorks, or comparable 2D/3D CAD software.
  • Exposure to finite element analysis (FEA), computational fluid dynamics (CFD), or other engineering simulation tools.
  • Experience supporting capital equipment, manufacturing systems, industrial processes, or custom-engineered products.
  • Familiarity with industry codes, safety standards, and engineering best practices.
Desired Attributes
  • Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to engineering quality and accuracy.
  • Practical and safety-focused approach to design and problem solving.
  • Ability to work effectively within cross-functional teams.
  • Self-motivated and capable of managing responsibilities independently.
  • Continuous learner with a desire to expand technical capabilities.
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to balance multiple priorities.
Work Environment
  • Collaborative engineering environment supporting a variety of industrial projects.
  • Opportunity to be involved in all phases of project execution, from concept through commissioning.
  • Occasional travel may be required for project meetings, installation support, or startup activities.
Compensation & Benefits
  • Competitive compensation package based on experience and qualifications.
  • Comprehensive benefits package.
  • Professional development and career growth opportunities.
  • Exposure to challenging engineering projects with significant technical responsibility.
Benefits

The organization offers a competitive benefits package that may include:
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Retirement savings plan with employer-sponsored options
  • Paid time off and company holidays
  • Employee assistance programs
  • Professional development and training opportunities
  • Additional voluntary benefit options
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
  • The California Fair Chance Act
  • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
  • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
  • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Pay Details: $60,000.00 to $95,000.00 per year

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Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
  • The California Fair Chance Act
  • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
  • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
  • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Numbers & Facts

LocationCoraopolis, PA
Salary$60,000–$95,000 Per Year

Skills

  • Autodesk Inventorunmatched
  • Best Practicesunmatched
  • Budgetingunmatched
  • CAD (Computer-Aided Design) Softwareunmatched
  • Capital Equipmentunmatched
  • Civil Engineeringunmatched
  • Commissioningunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Compensation and Benefitsunmatched
  • Component Selectionunmatched
  • Construction Drawingsunmatched
  • Continuous Improvementunmatched
  • Contract Requirementsunmatched
  • Cross-Functionalunmatched
  • Dental Insuranceunmatched
  • Design Servicesunmatched
  • Detail Orientedunmatched
  • Documentationunmatched
  • Engineeringunmatched
  • Engineering Drawingunmatched
  • Equipment Specificationunmatched
  • Finite Element Analysisunmatched
  • Fluid Mechanics and Dynamicsunmatched
  • Heavy Equipment/Vehiclesunmatched
  • Hydraulic Engineeringunmatched
  • Industrial Designunmatched
  • Industrial Engineeringunmatched
  • Industry Standardsunmatched
  • Installation Guideunmatched
  • Maintain Complianceunmatched
  • Manufacturing Systemsunmatched
  • Manufacturing/Industrial Processesunmatched
  • Mechanical Assemblyunmatched
  • Mechanical Designunmatched
  • Mechanical Engineeringunmatched
  • Microsoft Excelunmatched
  • Microsoft Officeunmatched
  • Microsoft Wordunmatched
  • Multitaskingunmatched
  • Operations Processesunmatched
  • Organizational Skillsunmatched
  • Pipingunmatched
  • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
  • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
  • Project Executionunmatched
  • Project Lifecycleunmatched
  • Project/Program Managementunmatched
  • Purchasing/Procurementunmatched
  • Quality Managementunmatched
  • Regulatory Complianceunmatched
  • Safety Codesunmatched
  • Safety Engineeringunmatched
  • Safety Standardsunmatched
  • Simulationunmatched
  • Software Administrationunmatched
  • SolidWorksunmatched
  • Startupunmatched
  • Support Documentationunmatched
  • Systems Engineeringunmatched
  • Team Playerunmatched
  • Technical Analysisunmatched
  • Technical Drawingunmatched
  • Technical Supportunmatched
  • Technical Writingunmatched
  • Technical/Engineering Designunmatched
  • Time Managementunmatched
  • Training/Teachingunmatched
  • Vision Planunmatched
  • Willing to Travelunmatched
  • Writing Skillsunmatched

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