Mechanical Design Engineer

Compass Business Solutions Inc; Beaver Falls (Beaver County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; 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 validate designs on state-of-the-art CNC centers.

The role blends office engineering with active manufacturing floor work, offering opportunities for upward mobility into engineering or business leadership.

Qualifications

• BSME or related degree required.
• Recent graduates with strong project or internship backgrounds encouraged to apply.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD platforms and CAM/CNC manufacturing principles required.
• Strong technical writing and verbal skills for cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• 3D Modeling + Programming: design parts, assemblies, molds, and tool paths using CAD/CAM.
• Mold + Tooling Engineering: design molds and determine material requirements.
• Fixture Fabrication: design and build fixtures for production.
• Process Optimization: develop machining programs with tooling, feeds, speeds, and shop-floor feedback.
• Quality + Metrology: inspect parts to verify adherence to specs.
• Continuous Improvement: evaluate processes for design efficiencies and quality.
• Technical Documentation: generate setup sheets and drawings.
• Shop Safety + Organization: maintain a safe, clean work area.

Skills

3D CAD

CAM/CNC

Communication

Mathematical reasoning

Education

BSME or related degree

Tools

SolidWorks

Creo

Fusion 360

Job description

Kenson Plastics- Mechanical Design Engineer (Hands-On / Prototyping)

Location: New Brighton, PA

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Summary

Are you tired of being stuck at a desk all day or does the idea of that as your career path just not excite you? Kenson Plastics is looking for an entry-level or early-career Mechanical Design Engineer who wants to be hands-on at our R&D facility in New Brighton, PA. In this dynamic role, you will design, prototype, and iterate mechanical components, tooling, and molds and actively validate, machine, and test your designs on state-of-the-art 3-axis and 5-axis CNC machining centers.

Enjoy a healthy mix of engineering office work and an active manufacturing floor, with real opportunities for upward mobility into engineering or business leadership.

Key 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 (aluminum blocks, composite tooling boards) and optimum blank sizes.
• Fixture Fabrication: Design and physically build custom machining and assembly fixtures to streamline production.
• Process Optimization: Develop efficient machining programs, incorporating well-thought-out tooling, feeds, speeds, and shop-floor feedback.
• Quality +Metrology: Inspect finished parts using precision measurement tools to verify complete adherence to customer specifications.
• Continuous Improvement: Proactively evaluate manufacturing processes for design efficiencies, cycle-time reductions, and quality enhancements.
• Technical Documentation: Generate clear setup sheets, engineering drawings, and revision-controlled design packages.
• Shop Safety +Organization: Maintain a safe, clean work environment and take direct ownership of tooling organization.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) or a related technical degree required.Recent graduates with strong project or internship backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in 3D CAD platforms (e.g., SolidWorks, Creo, Fusion 360) and a solid foundation in CAM or CNC manufacturing principles required.
• Communication & Math: Strong technical writing and verbal skills for cross-functional collaboration, alongside advanced mathematical and geometric reasoning for tolerance stack-ups and print evaluations required.
• Physical Demands: Regular use of hands for prototyping and computer work; ability to stand, walk the production floor, and occasionally lift up to 50 lbs (molds and fixtures).