Hands-On Mechanical Design Engineer – Prototyping & R&D

compassbusinesssolutionsinc; Beaver Falls (Beaver County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Kenson Plastics is seeking an entry-level Mechanical Design Engineer to be hands-on at our R&D facility in New Brighton, PA. You will design, prototype, and iterate mechanical components, tooling, and molds, and actively validate, machine, and test your designs on state-of-the-art CNC centers.

Join a team that blends office engineering with active manufacturing floor work, offering growth into engineering or business leadership through real projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or related technical degree.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD platforms and CAM/CNC manufacturing principles.
• Strong technical writing and mathematical reasoning for tolerance analysis.
• Regular use of hands for prototyping; ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• 3D Modeling +Programming: Utilize CAD/CAM software to independently design parts, assemblies, molds, and advanced tool paths.
• Mold +Tooling Engineering: Engineer molds and tooling, determining material requirements and blank sizes.
• Fixture Fabrication: Design and physically build fixtures to streamline production.
• Process Optimization: Develop machining programs with optimal tooling, feeds, speeds, and shop-floor feedback.
• Quality +Metrology: Inspect finished parts using precision measurement tools to verify customer specifications.
• Continuous Improvement: Evaluate manufacturing processes for design efficiencies and quality enhancements.
• Technical Documentation: Generate setup sheets, engineering drawings, and revision-controlled design packages.
• Shop Safety +Organization: Maintain a safe, clean work environment and own tooling organization.

Skills

CAD/CAM

CAM/CNC

Mathematical reasoning

Technical writing

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Creo

Fusion 360

Job description

Kenson Plastics is seeking an entry-level Mechanical Design Engineer to be hands-on at our R&D facility in New Brighton, PA. You will design, prototype, and iterate mechanical components, tooling, and molds, and actively validate, machine, and test your designs on state-of-the-art CNC centers.

Join a team that blends office engineering with active manufacturing floor work, offering growth into engineering or business leadership through real projects and continuous improvement initiatives.