Design Engineer I

Ducommun, Inc.; Carson (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Ducommun, Inc. in Carson, CA seeks an entry-level Design Engineer I to design mechanical components using SolidWorks and to create 3D models, 2D drawings, and documentation. The role emphasizes manufacturability, tolerances, and collaboration across manufacturing, quality, and analysis teams.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering with up to 2 years of related experience and a solid grasp of GD&T, engineering drawings, and basic physics concepts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering or related field.
• 0–2 years of mechanical design experience.
• Strong GD&T and engineering drawing standards.
• Good problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to interpret specifications and drawings.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical components and assemblies using SolidWorks.
• Create detailed 3D CAD models, 2D drawings, and engineering documentation.
• Perform tolerance stack-ups, fit and clearance analysis.
• Design components for manufacturability, assembly, serviceability, and cost optimization.
• Review and modify existing designs to improve performance and manufacturability.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, tooling, quality, materials, and analysis teams.
• Support prototype development, testing, validation, and production release.
• Participate in design reviews and resolve technical issues.
• Manage engineering changes and maintain accurate product design data.
• Ensure designs comply with industry standards, procedures, and customer requirements.
• Maintain weekly progress reporting and support facility goals.

Skills

GD&T

Tolerance analysis

Engineering drawings

Problem solving

Communication

Physics basics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Design Engineer I

Who are we?

Founded in 1849, Ducommun is the oldest company in California. Starting as a hardware supply store during the California Gold Rush and eventually assisted in the birth of the aerospace industry in Southern California by providing aircraft aluminum to early aerospace pioneers like Lindbergh, Douglas and Lockheed.

Today Ducommun is a global provider of innovative manufacturing solutions for customers in the aerospace, defense and industrial markets. We specialize in electronic and structural systems, producing complex products and components for commercial aircraft platforms, mission-critical military and space programs, and sophisticated industrial applications.

Our Performance Center in Carson, CA is the Engineered
Products Group site for our Human Machine Interface, Motion Control Device, and
Radio Frequency (RF) product lines.

Job Summary

• Design and develop mechanical components, parts, and assemblies using SolidWorks.
  
• Create detailed 3D CAD models, 2D drawings, and engineering documentation.
  
• Perform tolerance stack-ups, fit and clearance analysis, and basic design calculations.
  
• Design components for manufacturability, assembly, serviceability, and cost optimization.
  
• Review and modify existing designs to improve performance, reliability, and manufacturability.
  
• Collaborate with manufacturing, tooling, quality, materials, and analysis teams throughout the product development process.
  
• Support prototype development, testing, validation, and production release.
  
• Participate in design reviews and resolve technical issues related to mechanical components.
  
• Manage engineering changes and maintain accurate product design data and documentation.
  
• Ensure designs comply with applicable industry standards, company procedures, and customer requirements.
  
• Maintain weekly progress reporting (Project Management and project timesheet)
  
• Support facility and corporate strategic goals
  
• Adhere to General Requirements of Team Members
  
• Perform other assignments as required

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Good knowledge of GD&T, tolerance analysis, and engineering drawing standards.
  
• Ability to interpret engineering specifications and technical drawings.
  
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
  
• Good communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
  
• Basic knowledge of engineering concepts and principles of physics
  
• Abilities listed in General Requirements of Team Members

Preferred Qualifications

• Understanding of manufacturing processes such as machining, sheet metal, casting, forging, injection molding, or fabrication.
  
• Good knowledge of GD&T, tolerance analysis, and engineering drawing standards.

Required Experience and Education

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
  
• 0-2 Years experience in mechanical product/component design and development.

Base Compensation: USD 95,000.00 - 115,000.00
Paid Salaried

Equal Opportunity Employer
Veterans/Disabled

23301 S. Wilmington Ave
Carson, California, 90745
United States