Lead Mechanical Design Engineer - CAD, Prototyping&Projects

Delkor Systems, Inc; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 93,000 - 119,000; Full time

Job summary

Delkor Systems, Inc. is seeking a hands-on Mechanical Engineer to design and release machine components for customer orders. You will create CAD models, drawings, and BOMs, and coordinate design reviews to ensure accuracy and on-time delivery.

The role requires strong problem-solving skills, experience with SolidWorks, and ability to mentor junior designers. Occasional travel to customer sites and cross-functional collaboration are expected.

Qualifications

• BSME plus four years of experience or a two year Associates Degree in Engineering plus a minimum of eight years of machine design experience.
• Minimum four years of related-industry experience designing with SolidWorks or similar 3-D solid modeling package.

Responsibilities

• Process machine system orders and match assemblies or components to specifications.
• Design custom components and change parts to meet customer needs or specs.
• Create CAD assemblies, part models, drawings, and BOMs and verify accuracy.
• Call for design reviews prior to release of assemblies.
• Report and escalate schedule or safety concerns to Engineering Manager.
• Lead strategic design projects and direct daily activities of assigned subordinates.
• Assist service department with field issues and travel to customer sites if needed.
• Estimate hours and material costs for projects and track against estimates.
• Participate in design, reviews, and cost reviews to drive project success.
• Perform engineering tasks: detailed specifications, calculations, prototype testing, machine layouts, BOM structures, drawings.
• Make sound engineering decisions and process engineering change orders.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical problem-solving

Mentor/lead design

Read drawings & specs

FEA/motion analysis

Machine controls knowledge

BOM/PDM know-how

Office software

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering

AS/Engineering degree + 8y machine design

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Delkor Systems, Inc. is seeking a hands-on Mechanical Engineer to design and release machine components for customer orders. You will create CAD models, drawings, and BOMs, and coordinate design reviews to ensure accuracy and on-time delivery.

The role requires strong problem-solving skills, experience with SolidWorks, and ability to mentor junior designers. Occasional travel to customer sites and cross-functional collaboration are expected.