Mechanical Design Engineer

Premier Global Links LLC; Fitchburg (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Company-paid life and AD&D insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

401(k) with company contribution

Paid vacation, sick time and holidays

Flexible spending accounts (FSA)

EAP

Job summary

Premier Global Links LLC in Fitchburg, MA is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to design, test, and improve electromechanical products.

You will work from concept to production, applying CAD skills, GD&T, and manufacturability considerations to deliver reliable, cost-effective solutions. The role requires collaboration across engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams and offers on-site work with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years in mechanical design or product development.
• Proficiency with 2D/3D CAD and manufacturing processes.
• Experience applying GD&T and ASME Y14.5 standards.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical components and assemblies.
• Create and modify 2D drawings and 3D CAD models.
• Develop prototypes, test products, and refine designs.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams.
• Apply GD&T (ASME Y14.5) to engineering drawings.
• Create BOMs, ECOs, and technical documentation.

Skills

CAD proficiency

GD&T understanding

Manufacturing knowledge

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

2D CAD

3D CAD

Job description

Premier Global Links LLC is seeking a skilled Mechanical Design Engineer for an established manufacturing company in Fitchburg, Massachusetts, specializing in custom-engineered human-machine interface (HMI) products, including membrane switches, rubber keypads, and electromechanical assemblies.

This role focuses on designing, developing, testing, and improving mechanical components and electromechanical products from concept through production. The ideal candidate will combine strong CAD design skills with practical manufacturing knowledge to deliver reliable, cost-effective, and manufacturable solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical components and assemblies for electromechanical products.
• Create and modify 2D drawings, 3D CAD models, assemblies, and technical specifications.
• Develop prototypes, conduct product testing, and refine designs based on test results.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to meet customer requirements and product specifications.
• Apply Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and ASME Y14.5 standards to engineering drawings.
• Select suitable materials and components based on performance, durability, manufacturability, and cost.
• Create and maintain bills of materials (BOMs), engineering change orders (ECOs), and technical documentation.
• Support production teams with troubleshooting, design modifications, and manufacturing challenges.
• Communicate design requirements, technical information, and project updates to customers and internal stakeholders.
• Assist with tooling, fixture development, and product improvements to enhance manufacturing efficiency and quality.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering field.
• Minimum of 3 years of mechanical engineering, mechanical design, or product development experience.
• Proficiency in 2D and 3D CAD software.
• Experience developing mechanical components or products from initial design through production.
• Knowledge of engineering drawings, dimensional tolerances, GD&T, and manufacturing processes.
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and solve technical problems.
• Strong analytical, communication, documentation, and organizational skills.

Work Schedule

Full-time, on-site position in Fitchburg, Massachusetts.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Company-paid life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution.
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays.
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Voluntary supplemental insurance options.

Work Authorization Requirement

Due to ITAR and/or Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) compliance requirements, applicants must be U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, or protected individuals as defined under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3).

Premier Global Links LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.