Mechanical Design Engineer

SGB-SMIT USA; Louisville (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Rx

401k with match

Life insurance

Long and short-term disability

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Flexible spending account

Job summary

SGB-SMIT USA, a division of SGB-SMIT Group, seeks a Drafter/Designer to contribute to transformer design in a dynamic energy environment. The role focuses on mechanical design using AutoCAD 2D and Autodesk Inventor 3D, ensuring compliance with ANSI, IEEE, NEC, and customer requirements.

You will work with electrical engineers to integrate mechanical and electrical components and leverage sheet metal and bus work knowledge.

Qualifications

• Associates degree (minimum) from a technical program using CAD software.
• 4 years working experience as a Drafter/Designer; Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Knowledge of Machine G & M code is a plus or will be trained.

Responsibilities

• Create mechanical designs with AutoCad 2D and Inventor 3D meeting ANSI, IEEE, NEC and customer requirements.
• Create and revise 3D assemblies, including drawings for parts and assemblies.
• Ensure designs meet standards, customer specs and manufacturing capabilities (sheet metal, bus work).
• Collaborate with electrical engineers to integrate mechanical and electrical components.
• Apply switchgear knowledge for safety, clearance, and compartmentalization.

Skills

AutoCAD 2D

Autodesk Inventor 3D

3D CAD software

Mechanical design

Education

Associate degree in electrical/mechanical CAD program

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

Job description

Transform with us the future of energy

SGB-SMIT USA is a division of SGB‑SMIT Group an international transformer manufacturer with locations in Europe, Asia and America. With reliable transformer technology, the company actively supports the global energy transition in areas such as renewable energy, industry and urban energy infrastructure.

As a key link between power generation, transmission and distribution, SGB‑SMIT Group develops and manufactures power transformers, distribution transformers, cast‑resin transformers and custom solutions for data centers, industrial applications and e‑mobility. These products ensure efficient, stable and secure energy flows worldwide.

With more than 3,800 employees worldwide, the SGB‑SMIT Group stands for quality, innovation and sustainability and offers a stable environment to work on technologies that shape the energy systems of the future.

What sets the SGB-SMIT USA apart: We combine the strength of an international technology company with an employee-oriented corporate culture.

• Meaningful work at the heart of the energy transition
• Short decision-making processes and direct cooperation
• Stable, growing company with long-term prospects

Your contribution counts – both professionally and personally.

Your benefits at SGB-SMIT USA:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Rx
• 401k with match
• Life insurance
• Long and short-term disability
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Flexible spending account

Your tasks:

• Demonstrated experience and high proficiency working with AutoCad 2D (AutoCad Inventor 3D preferred) to create mechanical designs that meet various standards (ANSI, IEEE), codes (NEC, Local, etc) and customer requirements.
• Minimum 2 years of experience utilizing 3d software creating and revising mechanical assemblies including assembly and part drawings - Autodesk Inventor preferred.
• Ensure designs comply with applicable standards, customer specifications and manufacturing capabilities including sheet metal and bus work.
• Collaborate with electrical engineers to ensure mechanical and electrical integration of components.
• Understanding and utilizing switchgear knowledge in electrical safety, compartmentalization, and clearance standards - MV Switchgear preferred.

Your profile:

• Associates degree (minimum) from a technical program (electrical/mechanical) using CAD software

• 4 years working experience as a Drafter/Designer. Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Knowledge of Machine G & M code a plus or will be trained.
• Assist other engineering personnel when required to meet delivery objectives.

We value a dynamic, growing, and intercultural environment and enjoy hands-on work, then become part of the SGB-SMIT USA - transform with us the future of energy.

SGB-SMIT USA is an equal Opportunity Employer.

We look forward to receiving your application!