Mechanical Design Engineer

TCWGlobal; Kerby (OR); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-supported housing options

Relocation assistance available

Job summary

TCWGlobal is seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to join our team in Kerby, Oregon. The role focuses on designing, developing, and improving custom truck bodies, trailers, and related equipment, translating concepts into production-ready designs and supporting manufacturing operations.

The ideal candidate has strong mechanical design experience in manufacturing, expert SolidWorks skills, and a collaborative approach to work with production teams to solve challenging engineering

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 10+ years of mechanical engineering experience in manufacturing.
• Proficiency with SolidWorks and SolidWorks PDM workflows.
• Experience creating BOMs, manufacturing drawings, and technical specifications.
• Familiarity with CNC manufacturing processes and CAD/CAM workflows.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and evaluate mechanical systems, components, and assemblies for manufactured products.
• Create detailed 3D models, engineering drawings, and production documentation using SolidWorks.
• Develop and maintain BOMs, drawings, manufacturing docs, and technical specs.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, production, and operations to optimize for fabrication and assembly.
• Provide engineering support to fabrication teams by troubleshooting production issues and suggesting design improvements.
• Review and approve engineering changes, drawings, and specs to ensure quality and manufacturing standards.
• Generate CNC cutting paths for in-house production equipment.
• Assist with prototype development, testing, validation, and root cause analysis.

Job description

Title: Mechanical Design Engineer – Manufacturing (Direct Hire)

Employment Type: Direct Hire

Hours: Full-Time

Location: Kerby, OR 97531 (Onsite)

Relocation Assistance: Available

Additional Perks: Company-supported housing options currently under development

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to join our engineering team and play a key role in the design, development, and continuous improvement of custom truck bodies, trailers, and related manufactured equipment. This position is responsible for transforming product concepts into production-ready designs while supporting manufacturing operations through engineering expertise and process optimization.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in mechanical design within a manufacturing environment, is highly proficient in SolidWorks, and enjoys working collaboratively with production teams to solve complex engineering challenges. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to make a direct impact on product development while contributing to the growth of an established manufacturing organization.

What You'll Do

• Design, develop, and evaluate mechanical systems, components, and assemblies for manufactured products
• Create detailed 3D models, engineering drawings, and production documentation using SolidWorks
• Develop and maintain bills of materials (BOMs), engineering drawings, manufacturing documentation, and technical specifications
• Collaborate with manufacturing, production, and operations teams to ensure designs are optimized for fabrication and assembly
• Provide engineering support to fabrication teams by troubleshooting production issues and recommending design improvements
• Review and approve engineering changes, drawings, and specifications to ensure compliance with quality and manufacturing standards
• Generate CNC cutting paths using manufacturing software for in-house production equipment
• Assist with prototype development, testing, validation, and root cause analysis of mechanical systems
• Support quality initiatives by ensuring products and manufacturing processes consistently meet engineering and production requirements
• Identify opportunities to improve product performance, manufacturing efficiency, and engineering workflows
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain accurate engineering data within ERP systems

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline
• 10+ years of mechanical engineering experience within a manufacturing environment
• Advanced proficiency with SolidWorks, including 3D modeling, engineering drawings, and SolidWorks PDM workflows
• Experience creating detailed engineering documentation, BOMs, manufacturing drawings, and technical specifications
• Strong understanding of fabrication, machining, manufacturing processes, and Design for Manufacturing (DFM)
• Experience supporting engineering changes, production troubleshooting, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Familiarity with CNC manufacturing processes and CAD/CAM workflows
• AutoCAD experience is a plus
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate across engineering, manufacturing, and operations teams

Bonus Points If You Have

• Experience designing commercial vehicles, trailers, truck bodies, heavy equipment, or industrial products
• Experience supporting ERP systems and engineering data management
• Experience with CNC plasma cutting or automated manufacturing equipment
• Knowledge of Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles
• Experience leading process improvement or manufacturing optimization projects

TCWGlobal is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on age, ethnicity, gender, nationality, religious belief, or sexual orientation.

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