Mechanical Design Engineer

STS Technical Services; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technical services company seeks a Mechanical Design Engineer in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The successful candidate will design components for manufacturing, collaborate with teams to enhance production efficiency, and lead process innovations. Ideal applicants will have 3-5 years of experience, proficiency in SOLIDWORKS, and a background in sheet-metal design. A Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field is preferred. Join us to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of recent work experience in mechanical design.
• Proficient in SOLIDWORKS and able to pass a practical test.
• Experience with various manufacturing processes.
• Strong background in sheet-metal and weldment design.

Responsibilities

• Design and detail components for manufacturing projects.
• Solve issues and enhance production efficiency.
• Collaborate with production teams to align specifications.
• Lead manufacturing improvements and implement new processes.
• Conduct reviews for continuous improvements.

Skills

SOLIDWORKS

Sheet-metal design

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor's or Associate's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Design

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Join STS Technical Services and make a significant impact as a Mechanical Design Engineer in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, working for Global Power Components. This role is ideal for someone passionate about playing a key role in the design and manufacturing of tanks and enclosures in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. You will be engaged in a variety of design and engineering tasks, working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure quality and timely delivery of projects to production.

Responsibilities

• Design and detail components in support of quotations, orders, and manufacturing projects.
• Solve emerging issues, develop corrective actions, and implement solutions to enhance production efficiency.
• Collaborate closely with production teams to ensure design specifications and shop capabilities align.
• Engage in non-mechanical design tasks, including software troubleshooting, vendor communication, and customer interaction.
• Lead manufacturing and productivity improvements, focusing on both immediate and strategic solutions.
• Work intensively with manufacturing teams to innovate and implement production processes for new products.
• Conduct pre and post-reviews of projects to drive continuous improvements and cost reductions.

Requirements

• Candidates must have at least 3-5 years of similar and recent work experience.
• Proficient in SOLIDWORKS with an expectation to pass a practical test during the hiring process.
• Experience with ERP systems, particularly PDM, is beneficial.
• Strong background in sheet-metal and weldment design.
• Familiar with various manufacturing processes and comfortable in a dynamic environment.
• Capable of handling multiple projects simultaneously with strong organizational and prioritization skills.
• Excellent communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Bachelor's or Associate's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Design, or a related field is preferred.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Global Power Components is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other protected status.