Mechanical Design Engineer

Thunderbird LLC; Glenfield (MS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with matching

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

9 Paid Holidays

Job summary

Thunderbird LLC in New Albany, MS is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to design, develop, and test mechanical systems and components, ensuring functionality and reliability.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering and expertise in SolidWorks, CAD/CAM, and 3D modeling. On-site daily in New Albany, collaboration with engineering and manufacturing teams to deliver robust solutions. Competitive benefits provided.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related field.
• Expertise in SolidWorks, CAD/CAM and 3D modeling software.
• Apply physics, mechanics and mathematics to design challenges.
• Strong collaboration with clients, engineers and production teams.
• Develop efficient, functional, and cost-effective mechanical solutions.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design, and refine mechanical components, assemblies, and systems for multiple industries.
• Develop prototypes, run simulations, and validate designs for safety and performance.
• Collaborate with clients, engineers and manufacturing teams to meet specifications.
• Prepare detailed drawings, specifications, and test reports.

Skills

SolidWorks

CAD/CAM

3D modeling

Engineering physics

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

CAM software

Job description

Providing services in a variety of markets worldwide, Thunderbird offers a wide range of career paths within its family of companies across the United States. From engineers to sales, management to production, automation to quality control–our people are our greatest asset.

Be part of a dynamic work culture that offers opportunity for career growth, team building, work-life balance, and robust benefits.

See the opportunities available to you today.

Position:Mechanical Design Engineer

Location: 795 Sam T Barkley Drive

New Albany, MS

Job Id:892

# of Openings:0

Mechanical Design Engineer Position Overview

The Mechanical Design Engineer designs, develops and test mechanical systems and components, ensuring functionality, efficiency, and compliance with industry standards.

Mechanical Design Engineer Essential Functions

• Plan, design, and refine mechanical components, assemblies, and systems for various industries such as automotive, defense and commercial.
• Develop prototypes, conduct simulations, and perform experiments to validate designs and ensure performance, safety, and reliability.
• Work closely with clients, engineers, and manufacturing teams to meet project specifications and resolve technical challenges.
• Prepare detailed technical drawings, specifications, and reports, including design iterations and test results
• Provide installation guidance, support product lifecycle management (PLM), and ensure designs comply with industry standards and regulations. Assist with new product manufacturing processes, product drawings, inspection control plans, 1st article submission, process capability analysis.
• Drive and manage Kaizen events.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw rapid conclusions.
• Ability to interpret mathematical and graphical data.
• Work with abstract and variables to draw conclusions.
• Ability to handle multiple variables at once to aid in problem solving.

Mechanical Design Engineer Required Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related field.
• Expertise in SolidWorks, CAD, CAM, and 3D modeling software, along with knowledge of engineering and manufacturing technologies.
• Ability to apply physics, mechanics, and mathematics to solve complex design challenges.
• Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate with clients, engineers, and production teams.
• Capacity to develop efficient, functional, and cost-effective mechanical solutions
• Must be a U.S. Citizen

Mechanical Design Engineer Physical Demands and Work Environment

• This position requires you to be onsite daily.
• This position is primarily in an office environment.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk working on a computer.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite. +
• Ability to establish trust, credibility, and rapport at all levels of the organization; seen as humble, direct, and authentic while possessing professional presence.

Company Overview

At Thunderbird, the collaborative relationship with our parent and partner companies allows us to better serve our customers – now and in the future. The Thunderbird family of American Manufacturing companies is driven by a mission to provide superior products and services, from prototype to delivery. Our dedicated leadership team's enduring vision is to hold and grow our companies to meet the higher needs of our global customers. We are guided by the unified pursuit of excellence, teamwork, and innovation. Thunderbird enables people to grow, companies to soar, and customers to succeed.

• 401(k) with matching program.
• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 9 Paid Holidays

Thunderbird is a drug and smoke free work environment and promotes safe work conditions.

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