Sr Mechanical Design Engineer

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer – Harrison, OH

Ever wanted to see your mechanical designs come to life in advanced industrial machinery? At Cincinnati Incorporated, you’ll have the opportunity to develop mechanical designs, solve complex equipment challenges, and improve the performance and reliability of our products. If you enjoy turning engineering concepts into practical solutions, this role puts you at the center of engineering what’s next.

Cincinnati Incorporated is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to develop machine component designs, create 3D models and detailed drawings, and identify opportunities to improve product performance and reliability. You’ll collaborate closely with Manufacturing, Assembly, Service, Purchasing, and Sales to troubleshoot challenges, support production, and bring engineering concepts to life. This is an opportunity for an experienced engineer with 3–4 years of experience to lead design reviews, mentor junior design engineers and technicians, and manage key supplier relationships while contributing to the products we build.

We proudly support veterans and military families and strongly encourage U.S. military veterans to apply. The technical aptitude, problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and commitment to teamwork developed through military service can translate exceptionally well into this role and are highly valued at our organization.

About Cincinnati Incorporated:

Cincinnati Incorporated (CI) has been manufacturing industrial machinery since the late 1890s and remains a respected name in the fabrication industry. Our success is built on a culture of integrity, craftsmanship, innovation, and hard work. We take pride in our people and offer a competitive, comprehensive benefits package designed to support you both professionally and personally.

Position Summary and Purpose:

Develop and improve mechanical designs for Cincinnati Incorporated’s industrial machinery. This senior-level role focuses on machine component design, 3D CAD modeling, detailed drawings, component selection, and continuous product improvement while providing technical support to Manufacturing, Purchasing, Assembly, Service, and Sales. Lead cross-functional design reviews, provide technical mentorship, and manage key supplier relationships to balance technical specifications with manufacturing costs.

Duties and Responsibilities:

ESSENTIAL:

• Structure machine component part numbers using Excel and CAD references.
• Specify system components or direct product modifications to meet engineering design and performance specifications.
• Investigate, research, direct, and/or perform diagnosis and develop solutions to product issues identified by Manufacturing, Purchasing, Assembly, Service, or Sales.
• Research and analyze customer design proposals, specifications, manuals, and other data to evaluate design feasibility, cost, and maintenance requirements.
• Recommend design modifications to eliminate machine or system malfunctions.
• Design and test models of alternative designs and processing methods to assess feasibility, effects of operating conditions, potential new applications, and necessary modifications.
• Collaborate with shop assembly teams to ensure products are built to design specifications.
• Determine designs and details required for mounting equipment, including assembly instructions.
• Lead design reviews and defend technical decisions before cross-functional teams.
• Provide technical mentorship to junior design engineers and technicians.
• Manage key supplier relationships and negotiate technical specifications while balancing performance requirements with manufacturing costs.
• Create assemblies, models, and detailed drawings to support the team and provide instructions and data for Manufacturing.

REQUIRED:

• 3–4 years of experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field.
• Ability to perform all tasks needed to complete a project or sales order, including 3D CAD work and detailing designs to the component level.
• Ability to lead and perform design engineering for assigned CI product lines.
• Experience with continuous improvement and lean practices that eliminate waste and create value for the end customer.
• Ability to think ahead and plan over a two-year time span.
• Strong customer orientation and commitment to company Core Values.

Preferred Skills:

• 4+ years of similar experience and machine design proficiency with Solid Edge 2-D and 3-D CAD.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

This position requires frequent standing, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, and climbing of ladders. Must be able to use a hand to finger, handle, or feel objects and tools; must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. frequently. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

The noise level in the work environment can be loud occasionally. Some travel may be required.

EEO Vets/Disabled

This role does not offer sponsorship employment benefits. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.

Benefits Include:

Paid training
Paid vacations
Paid holidays and personal days
Medical insurance (including HSA)
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Accident insurance
Life insurance (AD&D)
Disability insurance
Generous 401(k) employer match
Flexible spending account
Tuition reimbursement
Employee assistance program
Parental leave