Entry Level Mechanical Design Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking an Entry-Level Design Engineer to kickstart their career in mechanical engineering. This role offers a unique opportunity to work hands-on in designing and developing custom components for industrial vehicles. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams, utilizing cutting-edge CAD tools like CATIA and SolidWorks, while applying Finite Element Analysis to validate designs. Ideal for recent graduates, this position promises a dynamic environment where your creativity and problem-solving skills will drive real-world product development. Join a team committed to continuous improvement and innovation.

Qualifications

• Recent mechanical engineering graduate or equivalent.
• 0–3 years of professional experience in design engineering.

Responsibilities

• Create 2D and 3D models using CAD software for industrial vehicle components.
• Apply FEA for stress analysis and product validation.

Skills

CAD Software (CATIA, SolidWorks)

Finite Element Analysis (FEA)

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Co-op experience in manufacturing or product design

Tools

CATIA

SolidWorks

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

Entry-Level Design Engineer

Perfect for May 2025 Engineering Graduates!

Start your engineering career with hands-on innovation!

Aegis Worldwide is actively seeking arecent mechanical engineering graduate(or equivalent) to join our team as anEntry-Level Design Engineer. In this role, you’ll help design and develop custom components and systems for industrial vehicles—working directly with mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic assemblies. This is a high-impact opportunity to contribute to real-world product development, using tools like CAD and FEA to bring your ideas to life on production vehicles.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create 2D and 3D models using CAD software (CATIA, SolidWorks) for industrial vehicle components.
• Apply Finite Element Analysis (FEA) for stress analysis and product validation.
• Support the design and integration of systems across internal combustion and electric-powered vehicles.
• Document engineering changes, specifications, and maintain up-to-date drawings.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including production, quality, and supply chain.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives (Kaizen, Hoshin) to drive innovation and efficiency.
• Troubleshoot design issues with hands-on testing and analysis.
• Communicate technical findings clearly across engineering and operations teams.

Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Proficiency in 2D/3D CAD modeling tools like CATIA or SolidWorks.
• Familiarity with FEA tools for simulation and analysis.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Curiosity and a problem-solving mindset, with a hands-on approach to testing and development.
• Ability to manage multiple design projects in a fast-paced engineering environment.
• Basic knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems is a plus.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or a related field.
• or co-op experience in a manufacturing or product design setting is .
• 0–3 years of professional experience.