Design Engineer III

Ducommun, Inc.; Carson (CA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Ducommun, Inc. is seeking a Design Engineer III for our Engineered Products Group in Carson, CA.

The role focuses on mechanical design using SolidWorks, 3D CAD modeling, and detailed drawings to support aerospace and industrial programs. You will ensure manufacturability, perform tolerance analyses, and collaborate across manufacturing, tooling, quality, and analysis teams through the product development lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering or related field.
• 7+ years of mechanical product/component design experience.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical components using SolidWorks.
• Create 3D CAD models, 2D drawings, and engineering documentation.
• Perform tolerance stack-ups and basic design calculations.
• Review and modify designs for manufacturability and cost.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, and materials teams.
• Lead design reviews and ensure conformance to standards.

Skills

GD&T

Engineering drawing standards

Problem-solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Physics concepts

General Requirements of Team Members

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

SolidWorks

ANSYS

Job description

Design Engineer III

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.
  
• Design components for manufacturability, assembly, serviceability, and cost optimization.
  
• Review and modify existing designs to improve performance, reliability, and manufacturability.
  
• Manage engineering changes and maintain accurate product design data and documentation.
  
• Ensure designs comply with applicable industry standards, company procedures, and customer requirements.
  
• Adhere to General Requirements of Team Members
  
• Conduct pre-Design reviews with teams
  
• Coach team members on SolidWorks best practices
  
• Provide design check and work execution validation
• Collaborate with manufacturing, tooling, quality, materials, and analysis teams throughout the product development process.
  
• Participate in design reviews and resolve technical
  issues related to mechanical components.
• Perform tolerance stack-ups, fit and clearance analysis, and basic design calculations.
  
• Run complex thermal and vibration analyses (Solidworks
  or Ansys)
• Maintain weekly progress reporting (Project Management and project timesheet)
  
• 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 Skills & 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.
  
• 7+ Years experience in mechanical product/component design and development.

Base Compensation: USD 115,000.00 - 135,000.00
Paid Salaried

Equal Opportunity Employer
Veterans/Disabled

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