Design Engineer III

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

Job summary

Ducommun Incorporated in Carson, CA is seeking a Design Engineer III to design and develop mechanical components using SolidWorks, create detailed 3D CAD models, 2D drawings, and engineering documentation. You will focus on manufacturability, reliability, and cost optimization while collaborating with manufacturing, tooling, quality, and analysis teams.

This role requires a bachelor’s in mechanical or manufacturing engineering and at least seven years of experience in mechanical product design.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 7+ years of mechanical design experience.
• Experience designing with SolidWorks.
• Strong GD&T, tolerance analysis, and engineering drawings.
• Ability to interpret specifications and collaborate cross-functionally.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical components using SolidWorks.
• Create 3D CAD models, 2D drawings, and documentation.
• Ensure manufacturability, serviceability, and cost optimization.
• Perform tolerance stack-ups and basic design calculations.
• Conduct design reviews and support manufacturing.
• Maintain design data and participate in project reporting.

Skills

SolidWorks

GD&T

Tolerance analysis

Engineering drawings

Problem-solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field

Tools

ANSYS

Job description

Design Engineer III

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 EngineeredProducts Group site for our Human Machine Interface, Motion Control Device, andRadio 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 technicalissues related to mechanical components.
• Perform tolerance stack-ups, fit and clearance analysis, and basic design calculations.
• Run complex thermal and vibration analyses (Solidworksor 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

PreferredSkills & 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 - 135,000.00Paid Salaried

Equal Opportunity EmployerVeterans/Disabled

23301 S. Wilmington Ave

Carson, California, 90745

United States