Junior Mechanical Product Development Engineer

Pretium Packaging, L.L.C.; Cleveland (OH); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Pretium Packaging, L.L.C. in Cleveland, OH, seeks a Mechanical Design Engineer to translate concepts into 3D models, develop prototypes, and validate designs through physical testing and refinement.

This hybrid role combines hands‑on build time with design reviews, requires reading electrical and mechanical drawings, and emphasizes manufacturability, cost, and quality. You’ll collaborate across teams and grow as an emerging leader committed to serving customers and the business.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Product Design Engineering.
• 0–2 years of experience in 3D design or CAD‑driven product development.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical drawings; prior design‑for‑manufacture exposure is a plus.
• Strong mechanical aptitude; meticulous attention to detail and organization.
• Clear communicator who can explain technical choices to both engineers and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Entrepreneurial problem‑solver with business awareness—eager to add value, fuel growth, and streamline operations.
• Emerging leader aligned with servant leadership and an unwavering commitment to quality.

Responsibilities

• Translate requirements into 3D concepts and detailed models.
• Develop and iterate physical and digital prototypes; plan and execute validation tests.
• Select materials and finishes aligned to performance, cost, and manufacturability.
• Prepare drawings and documentation; interpret electro‑mechanical schematics to inform design decisions.

Skills

Strong communication

Attention to detail

Teamwork / collaboration

Problem-solving mindset

Leadership potential

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Product Design Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

PTC Creo

SolidWorks

MS Excel

Job description

Picture your first six months: you’re sketching concepts in the morning, refining a parametric CAD model after lunch, and wrapping up the day by putting a fresh prototype through its paces in the lab. You’ll alternate between hands‑on build time and thoughtful design reviews, always asking how to make our products stronger, simpler, and easier to manufacture.

Work Style & Location

Hybrid role based in Cleveland, OH, with periodic on‑site collaboration and approximately 15% travel for vendor visits, testing, and production trials.

What you’ll do

• Translate requirements into 3D concepts and detailed models.
• Develop and iterate physical and digital prototypes; plan and execute validation tests.
• Select materials and finishes aligned to performance, cost, and manufacturability.
• Prepare drawings and documentation; interpret electro‑mechanical schematics to inform design decisions.

Tools you’ll use

• CAD: AutoCAD, PTC Creo, or SolidWorks (hands‑on experience with at least one is required).
• Productivity: Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.

What you bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Product Design Engineering.
• 0–2 years of experience in 3D design or CAD‑driven product development.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical drawings; prior design‑for‑manufacture exposure is a plus.
• Strong mechanical aptitude; meticulous attention to detail and organization.
• Clear communicator who can explain technical choices to both engineers and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Entrepreneurial problem‑solver with business awareness—eager to add value, fuel growth, and streamline operations.
• Emerging leader aligned with servant leadership and an unwavering commitment to quality.

Core proficiencies

• Mechanical design and engineering fundamentals.
• End‑to‑end product design, from concept through prototype test.

If building, testing, and improving tangible products motivates you—and you’re ready to learn fast—this role will give you the runway to grow.