Mechanical Design Engineer

Gem Care Recruiting & Staffing; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

A prominent staffing agency is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer in Knoxville, TN. The ideal candidate will have 5-15 years of experience in mechanical machine and equipment design, strong proficiency in Autodesk Inventor, and knowledge of machining processes. This full-time role offers competitive pay, benefits, and an excellent work-life balance.

Qualifications

• 5-15 years of experience in Mechanical Machine and Equipment Design.
• 5 years of experience with 3D Modeling, preferably AutoDesk Inventor and Vault.

Responsibilities

• Proficiency in the use of Autodesk software and related tools.
• Adapt designs to specific customer requirements.
• Handle all aspects of custom mechanical equipment design.
• Work with Mechanical Engineering department members to complete designs.
• Support Production with issues during manufacturing and testing.
• Lead activities to improve department procedures and documentation.

Skills

3D Modeling

Proficiency in Autodesk Inventor

Experience with sheet metal processes

Knowledge of machining processes

MS Office software

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Autodesk AutoCAD

Autodesk Vault

Lantek 3DFlex

JobBoss ERP

Job description

Mechanical Design Engineer – Knoxville, TN

High competitive pay and benefits package available. Starting salary range will depend on experience, education, and training. We offer an excellent work-life balance and company culture.

Pay Range

$80,000.00/yr – $90,000.00/yr

Job Description

Mechanical Design Engineers with experience in mechanical machine and equipment engineering and design, 3D modeling, and knowledge of sheet metal and machining processes. Experience with Autodesk Inventor and Autodesk Vault design software is preferred.

Duties

• Proficiency in the use of Autodesk AutoCAD, Inventor & Vault design software and related Autodesk tools: Lantek 3DFlex sheet metal processing software and JobBoss ERP software. MS Office software experience is also required.
• Adapt designs to specific customer requirements as necessary.
• Handle all aspects of custom mechanical equipment design and its implementation including sales proposal drawing preparation, conceptual design, design calculations (e.g., motor sizing, equipment throughput, equipment loads), CAD design, purchase parts specification, fabricated parts specification & design, parts list preparation, as-built documentation & work order changes. Ensure project designs are completed on-time and within budgeted design hours.
• Work with other Mechanical Engineering department members to complete equipment design.
• Support Production Department as necessary with issues during manufacturing, testing or installation.
• Participate and lead activities (as assigned) to improve department procedures, design documentation & design automation practices.
• Participate and lead activities (as assigned) to modify, improve or prepare department Best Practices and Procedures documents.
• Support other departments with various company improvement activities.
• Occasional travel to customer job site for engineering and/or start-up purposes.

Education & Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 5-15 years of experience in Mechanical Machine and Equipment Design.
• 5 years of experience with 3D Modeling (preferably AutoDesk Inventor and Vault).

Seniority Level

Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Design and Engineering

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)