Mechanical Design Engineer

The Davis Companies Inc.; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 105,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

The Davis Companies Inc. is seeking a hands-on Mechanical Engineer to join our growing engineering team focused on design, development, and continuous improvement of industrial equipment and electromechanical systems in Massachusetts.

You will move products from concept through production, collaborating with manufacturing, testing, and operations to improve performance, manufacturability, and processes. Strong SolidWorks skills and practical problem-solving are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering is required.
• 5+ years designing industrial, commercial, or electromechanical equipment.
• Strong SolidWorks modeling and drafting experience.
• Experience supporting manufacturing, assembly, and production environments.
• Familiarity with ECN/ECO processes.
• Knowledge of BOMs, assembly documentation, and engineering change management.
• Experience with prototyping, testing, and product validation.
• Exposure to 3D printing and/or 3D scanning technologies preferred.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and basic AC electrical schematics.
• Hands-on mechanical aptitude with tools, machinery, and troubleshooting.
• Strong communication, technical writing, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and improve mechanical systems, assemblies, and components
• Create and maintain 3D models, engineering drawings, and BOMs using SolidWorks
• Develop prototypes and support product testing and validation activities
• Analyze test results and prepare technical reports
• Collaborate with manufacturing teams to improve assembly processes and workflow efficiency
• Support ECN/ECO implementation and product revisions
• Develop and maintain manufacturing work instructions and assembly documentation
• Participate in continuous improvement and corrective action initiatives
• Evaluate engineering measurement and testing methods to improve product quality and performance

Skills

Technical writing

Communication

Problem solving

Reading engineering drawings

Experience with prototyping andTesting

Hands-on mechanical aptitude

Reading electrical schematics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

3D printing

3D scanning

Job description

We're seeking a hands-on Mechanical Engineer to join a growing engineering team focused on the design, development, and continuous improvement of innovative industrial equipment and electromechanical systems.

This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer who enjoys taking products from concept through production while working closely with manufacturing, testing, and operations teams. You'll have a direct impact on product performance, manufacturability, and process improvements.

What You'll Do

• Design and improve mechanical systems, assemblies, and components
• Create and maintain 3D models, engineering drawings, and BOMs using SolidWorks
• Develop prototypes and support product testing and validation activities
• Analyze test results and prepare technical reports
• Collaborate with manufacturing teams to improve assembly processes and workflow efficiency
• Support ECN/ECO implementation and product revisions
• Develop and maintain manufacturing work instructions and assembly documentation
• Participate in continuous improvement and corrective action initiatives
• Evaluate engineering measurement and testing methods to improve product quality and performance

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering
• 5+ years of experience designing industrial, commercial, or electromechanical equipment
• Strong SolidWorks modeling and drafting experience
• Experience supporting manufacturing, assembly, and production environments
• Familiarity with ECN/ECO processes
• Knowledge of BOMs, assembly documentation, and engineering change management
• Experience with prototyping, testing, and product validation
• Exposure to 3D printing and/or 3D scanning technologies preferred
• Ability to read engineering drawings and basic AC electrical schematics
• Hands-on mechanical aptitude with tools, machinery, and troubleshooting
• Strong communication, technical writing, and problem-solving skills

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Highly visible role with direct impact on product development
• Hands-on involvement from concept through production
• Collaborative engineering and manufacturing environment
• Opportunity to drive innovation and continuous improvement
• Diverse projects involving mechanical design, testing, automation, and manufacturing support