Junior Mechanical Designer

Schmal; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Schmalz in Raleigh, NC seeks an engineering support specialist to assist the design team with mechanical drafting, documentation, and data entry. You will contribute to drawings, part numbers, 3D CAD, and maintain project records in cloud systems.

The role progresses with exposure to design tasks across departments, learning product ranges, testing prototypes, and supporting cost reductions. Requires 1–3 years in engineering support and a technical degree.

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor degree in mechanical design or equivalent.
• 1–3 years of engineering support or CAD drafting experience.
• Experience creating and interpreting engineering drawings.
• Proficiency with SolidWorks or equivalent CAD software.
• Strong documentation and data-entry skills.
• Ability to learn cloud-based systems quickly.

Responsibilities

• Support Design Engineers with mechanical drafting work.
• Prepare and maintain manuals, fabrication files and specs.
• Handle design tasks from multiple departments.
• Enter data into cloud systems to maintain product/project records.
• Learn Schmalz product ranges to support projects.
• Support product standardization with product managers.
• Test prototypes and designs for performance.
• Perform cost analysis with the design team.
• Maintain organized records of specs and results.
• Create pneumatic diagrams for custom designs.
• Manage third party vendor data for design use.
• Assist Assembly to update design changes during build.
• Other duties CAD management, docs, light assembly.

Skills

CAD drafting

3D CAD (SolidWorks)

Data entry

Documentation

Microsoft Office

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Associate’s Degree in Mechanical Design/Drafting

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Robotics or equivalent

Tools

SolidWorks

Cloud-based data systems

ERP / PLM software

Job description

Position Overview

This role supports the Design Team with the creation of drawings, part numbers, 3D CAD, and associated content, as well as data entry into cloud-based company systems. This position will periodically interface with the Applications, Product Management, Purchasing, Assembly, and Testing departments. This is a position for someone looking to grow their technical skills within a fast-paced engineering environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support Design Engineers with mechanical drafting work
• Prepare and maintain documentation including operating manuals, fabrication files, assembly files, specification sheets, and other documents as needed
• Handle small design tasks assigned by other departments within Schmalz
• Perform data entry into cloud-based software to create and maintain accurate product and project records
• Learn Schmalz product ranges to effectively support project needs and customer requirements
• Work with product managers to support product standardization and development
• Test prototypes and designs for performance and functionality
• Perform cost analysis for designs and work with the design team on cost reductions
• Maintain organized records of product specifications and performance results
• Create pneumatic diagrams for custom designs
• Manage and update third party vendor products and services database for use by the design and applications teams
• Support team members across both the Vacuum Automation and Handling Systems divisions, as needed
• Work with Assembly Team to accurately update design changes made during the build phase
• Other duties as required, relating to CAD management, documentation, and light assembly

Education & Experience

• Associate’s Degree in Mechanical Design/Drafting or a Bachelor’s Degree in a technical field (Engineering, Manufacturing, Robotics or equivalent)
• 1-3 years of relevant experience in engineering support, CAD drafting, or technical documentation

Technical Skills

• Drawings & Documentation: Experience creating and interpreting engineering drawings and technical documentation
• 3D CAD: Proficiency with 3D CAD software (SolidWorks preferred, or equivalent)
• Data Management: Hands-on experience with data entry and database management
• Software Literacy: High proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and the ability to learn new cloud-based software systems quickly

Core Competencies

• Detail-Oriented: Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, and thoroughness in technical work
• Organization: Strong organizational, time management, and prioritization skills
• Communication: Solid interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate effectively across departments
• Team Player: A customer-service mindset with a willingness to support diverse team needs independently or collaboratively
• Flexibility: Adaptability to handle shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment

Why Join Our Team

At Schmalz, we're leaders in vacuum automation and robotics, and we're committed to making work easier and performance better. In this role you'll gain experience with cutting-edge technology, collaborate with talented engineers, and grow your career in a company that values innovation and teamwork.