Mechanical Design Engineer - Sheet Metal EnclosuresAmeritex Machine & Fabrication is a fast-growing metal fabrication company specializing in generator enclosures, industrial electrical enclosures, structural weldments, and turnkey fabricated assemblies. We support customers in power generation, infrastructure, oil & gas, and industrial markets, and we pride ourselves on speed, quality, and innovation.Position OverviewWe are seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer with sheet-metal enclosure experience to design and document fabrications such as generator and sound-attenuated enclosures, switchgear, VFD, PLC, MCC, and general electrical enclosures, as well as structural skids, frames, platforms, and weldments. This role owns projects from 3D model flat pattern programming release to ERP, and works closely with production and project management to ensure designs are accurate, manufacturable, and delivered on time.ResponsibilitiesCreate 3D models and detailed manufacturing drawings in SolidWorks (Sheet Metal + Weldments)Generate flat patterns and program parts for lasers and press brakes (experience or willingness to train immediately)Produce clear fabrication drawings, BOMs, hardware callouts, bend notes, and weld detailsEnter BOMs, routings, part data, and revisions into the ERP system for manufacturing releaseApply DFM principles to ensure designs are practical, repeatable, and cost-efficientCollaborate with welders, programmers, project managers, and leadership on requirements and revisionsSupport fabrication, welding, assembly, and problem-solving on the shop floor as neededWork overtime when required to meet deadlines, support production, or complete project deliverablesRequired Qualifications3+ years in mechanical design, with a focus on sheet-metal enclosures or structural weldmentsStrong SolidWorks skills (sheet metal and weldments experience required )Understanding of fabrication processes: laser cutting, bending, welding, hardware, and assemblyAbility to program or learn programming for laser and press-brake equipmentExperience with ERP systems : BOM entry, routings, part structure, revisions, etc.Strong mechanical aptitude and DFM mindsetPreferred ExperienceSolidWorks PDM (files, revisions, workflows)Metal fabrication environment exposure (preferred but not strictly required)Familiarity with PEM hardware, gasketing, ventilation, sound attenuation, and enclosure cooling solutionsSoft Skills / Culture FitOrganized, detail-driven, and accountableStrong communicator with a collaborative mindsetWilling to work overtime, stay late, or do what it takes when projects demand itProactive, resourceful, and solutions-oriented—not a “minimum effort” engineerCompetitive salary (DOE)Health benefits, PTO, and paid holidaysCareer growth in a rapidly scaling fabrication environmentOpportunity to help shape engineering standards and processesSeniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionEngineering and Information TechnologyManufacturing#J-18808-Ljbffr