Mechanical Design Engineer

Marmon Holdings, Inc.; Fairview (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Medical

Dental

Vision

Company Paid Life Insurance

FSA/HSA

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

EAP Program

Paid Parental Leave

Company Paid Short-Term & Long-Term <n

Disability

Job summary

SFEG Corp. in Fairview, TN is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to design and sustain electromechanical product lines across marine, RV, motors, and lighting industries.

You will use SolidWorks for 3D modeling, leverage simulation tools as needed, and work with a capable engineering team in a well-equipped lab and machine shop. The role emphasizes collaboration with Sales & Marketing, overseeing BOMs in ERP, and ensuring designs are manufacturable through CNC, stamping, molding, and die

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering required.
• Minimum 4 years of relevant experience.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks and drafting.
• Strong fundamentals in engineering principles.
• Hands-on mechanical aptitude and detail orientation.
• Punctual and reliable.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and firmware engineers to design new products.
• Translate product requirements into marketable design concepts.
• Develop and support new designs from concept to manufacturing.
• Utilize SolidWorks daily for modeling and detailing.
• Maintain BOMs and item masters in ERP.
• Ensure manufacturability across processes like CNC, stamping, molding.
• Present design concepts clearly to teams.
• Build prototypes and test designs for production readiness.
• Participate in NPD Phase Gate and ECN processes.
• Support production ramp-up and design verification.

Skills

3D modeling (SolidWorks)

Drafting

Engineering principles

Punctuality & work ethic

Hands-on mechanical aptitude

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

FEA/CFD simulation

ERP systems

Job description

SFEG Corp.

As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.

Title: Mechanical Design Engineer

Type: Full-Time

Location: On-Site

Reporting: Position Reports to the Director of Engineering

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to join our highly skilled engineering team. The Mechanical Design Engineer will be responsible for designing and sustaining electromechanical product lines that service multiple industries, which include marine, RV, electric motors, as well as lighting and signs. A few of the many products include electric drive motors, electric blowers, winches, jacks, transformers, and more. The diversity of marketplaces and product lines creates an exciting and ever-changing environment for the Mechanical Design Engineer to display their expertise and design skillset.

The Mechanical Design Engineer will be equipped with all the necessary tools required to perform the job at a high level. For engineering design, SolidWorks is used for all 3D modeling and detailing efforts. In addition, access to various types of simulation software (FEA, CFD, etc.) is made available when required by the project. An ERP system is used to control all bills of materials and item masters. The Mechanical Design Engineer will have access to a fully furnished engineering lab and machine shop to support product design and prototyping. Most importantly, the Mechanical Design Engineer will have great support from an experienced and highly skilled engineering team. The engineer that excels in this position will be an individual of high work ethic and character, is self-motivated, can operate under minimal supervision, maintains close attention to detail, and embodies exceptional organization and communication skills.

Expectations

• Work collaboratively within an engineering team of mechanical, electrical, and firmware engineers to design new products and upkeep existing product lines.
• Work with the Director of Engineering and representatives from Sales & Marketing to accurately capture product requirements and translate those requirements into a marketable design concept.
• Research and understand applicable design and agency standards as required.
• Engineer and support new product designs from initial concept to manufacturing implementation.
• Utilize SolidWorks daily for all engineering efforts.
• Oversee and upkeep product BOM’s and item master’s within the ERP system.
• Implement knowledge of various manufacturing processes including CNC machining, stamping, injection molding, die casting, and more to create products that are designed for manufacturability.
• Clearly communicate and collaborate with various members of the purchasing team to assist in sourcing manufacturing components.
• Provide detailed design presentations.
• Build functional prototypes of new or improved designs as proof of concept before implementation. Prototypes are most commonly made from 3D printed and CNC machined components.
• Test prototypes and production representative designs to ensure viability before releasing for production.
• Analyze test results and ensure compliance with all deliverables and standards.
• Oversee the production ramp-up and ensure design manufacturability.
• Participate in the New Product Development Phase Gate process as well as the Engineering Change Notice (ECN) process.
• Other duties as required.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
• Minimum 4 years of relevant experience
• 3D modeling proficiency in SolidWorks or comparable CAD software
• Drafting proficiency
• Strong technical skills and understanding of engineering principles
• Punctuality and work ethic
• Hands-on mechanical aptitude

Preferred Qualifications

• Solid understanding of GD&T
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes including injection molding, CNC machining, die casting, and sheet metal fabrication
• Experience with 3D printing
• Experience with various hand tools and lab equipment such as power tools, soldering equipment, measurement devices, dynamometers, etc.
• Experience in medium to high volume manufacturing
• Some understanding of motors and electronics

Why Join MPS?

Marmon Power Systems is a subsidiary of Marmon Holdings, Inc., a Berkshire Hathaway company, comprised of 11 industry groups, 30,000 team members, and more than 120 autonomous businesses with a total annual revenue of $12 billion.

At MPS, you will find motivated and committed colleagues that work together in a collaborative environment. All departments make it a priority to work together as a cohesive team. The work environment is both cooperative and dynamic. You will be encouraged to share your innovative ideas, and you will find support for your development. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, and opportunities for personal development and growth.

MPS provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• FSA/HSA
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• EAP Program
• Paid Parental Leave
• Company Paid Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class.

If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to [e-mail], and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.