Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

80/20
  • Columbia City, Indiana
    30+ days ago

    Job Description

    The Senior Mechanical Design Engineer is responsible for the design, development, testing, and validation of mechanical systems and components. This role independently leads engineering projects, supports new product development initiatives, and collaborates with cross-functional teams to ensure designs meet performance, quality, cost, and manufacturability requirements. The ideal candidate combines strong technical expertise with a hands-on approach to problem-solving and product innovation.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Develop innovative mechanical solutions from conceptual ideas through production implementation.
    • Create detailed engineering drawings, 3D models, bills of materials, and supporting documentation.
    • Evaluate technical and project requirements to ensure design feasibility and alignment with business objectives.
    • Conduct research, analysis, and benchmarking to support product development activities.
    • Present design concepts, technical recommendations, and project updates to management and stakeholders.
    • Test, evaluate, and improve products through iterative design, prototyping, and validation processes.
    • Prepare engineering reports, technical documentation, and design reviews.
    • Support the development and enhancement of CAD modeling tools and customer design resources.
    • Collaborate with Marketing, Sales, Manufacturing, and Engineering teams to drive successful product development outcomes.

    Required Qualifications

    •  Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Manufacturing   Engineering, or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution.
    •  8–12 years of mechanical design engineering experience.
    •  Proficiency with CAD software such as SolidWorks, Autodesk Inventor, AutoCAD, or similar platforms.
    •  Strong understanding of GD&T, DFM, DFA, and root cause analysis methodologies.
    •  Deep knowledge of linear motion systems, including actuators, slides, conveyors, and motion control components.
    •  Demonstrated ability to solve complex engineering problems using sound technical judgment and critical thinking.
    •  Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality engineering deliverables.
    •  Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
    • Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

    Preferred Qualifications

    •   Experience performing Finite Element Analysis (FEA).
    •   Project management or technical project leadership experience.
    •  Knowledge of metallurgy and material selection principles.
    •   Master's degree in Engineering or a related technical field.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationColumbia City, Indiana

    Skills

    • 3D Modelingunmatched
    • Analysis Skillsunmatched
    • Audio Engineeringunmatched
    • Autodesk Inventorunmatched
    • Benchmarkingunmatched
    • Bill of Materials (BOM)unmatched
    • CAD (Computer-Aided Design) Softwareunmatched
    • CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing)unmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Cross-Functionalunmatched
    • Detail Orientedunmatched
    • Documentationunmatched
    • Engineeringunmatched
    • Engineering Drawingunmatched
    • Finite Element Analysisunmatched
    • Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancingunmatched
    • Interpersonal Skillsunmatched
    • Leadershipunmatched
    • Manufacturingunmatched
    • Marketingunmatched
    • Mechanical Designunmatched
    • Mechanical Engineeringunmatched
    • Metallurgyunmatched
    • Motion Controlunmatched
    • Multitaskingunmatched
    • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
    • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
    • Product Designunmatched
    • Product Developmentunmatched
    • Product Programsunmatched
    • Product Supportunmatched
    • Product Testingunmatched
    • Project Evaluationunmatched
    • Project/Program Managementunmatched
    • Prototypingunmatched
    • Quality Engineeringunmatched
    • Reporting Skillsunmatched
    • Research Skillsunmatched
    • Root Cause Analysisunmatched
    • Salesunmatched
    • SolidWorksunmatched
    • System Validationunmatched
    • Technical Analysisunmatched
    • Technical Writingunmatched
    • Technical/Engineering Designunmatched
    • Test Plan/Scheduleunmatched
    • Testingunmatched
    • Writing Skillsunmatched

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