Lead Mechanical Engineer - Full Lifecycle Design

SEC Group; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

SEC Group in Wilmington, NC seeks a Mechanical Engineer to lead complex equipment and system design projects from concept through installation and startup. You will develop mechanical designs, create documentation, support manufacturing, and ensure compliance with standards, collaborating with design, manufacturing, quality, service, and customers.

Responsibilities include BOMs, 3D models, GD&T, testing, FAT/SAT, and providing technical support across cycles.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of mechanical engineering experience.
• Strong understanding of mechanical design principles, materials, and manufacturing processes.
• Experience with 3D CAD software such as Autodesk Inventor, AutoCAD, or similar platforms.
• Ability to interpret mechanical drawings, GD&T, and assembly documentation.
• Hands-on mechanical aptitude with experience in prototyping, testing, and troubleshooting.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple projects independently.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate across departments and support customer interactions.

Responsibilities

• Lead equipment and system projects through the full lifecycle, including design, sourcing, assembly, testing, installation, and startup support.
• Develop and revise 3D models, mechanical drawings, assembly documentation, and engineering specifications.
• Create, maintain, and release accurate Bills of Materials (BOMs), including subassemblies and related documentation.
• Apply mechanical engineering principles and calculations to ensure designs meet safety, performance, fit, and functionality requirements.
• Ensure designs comply with applicable industry standards and regulations.
• Support component selection based on technical requirements, performance criteria, and customer specifications.
• Review and manage engineering changes to ensure proper design intent, functionality, and compliance.
• Collaborate with Mechanical Designers to ensure manufacturability, accuracy, and consistency of engineering documentation.
• Provide technical support during testing, FAT, SAT, commissioning, and customer installations.
• Partner with manufacturing and industrial engineering teams to improve production readiness and workflow processes.
• Assist service teams with troubleshooting, technical support, and product improvement initiatives.

Skills

Mechanical design

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Multi-project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

AutoCAD

3D CAD

Job description

SEC Group in Wilmington, NC seeks a Mechanical Engineer to lead complex equipment and system design projects from concept through installation and startup. You will develop mechanical designs, create documentation, support manufacturing, and ensure compliance with standards, collaborating with design, manufacturing, quality, service, and customers.

Responsibilities include BOMs, 3D models, GD&T, testing, FAT/SAT, and providing technical support across cycles.