Mechanical Design Engineer

Gilder Search Group; Newbury Township (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and vision

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Gilder Search Group is seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer in Newbury, OH to design, develop, and support embedded electronic systems from concept through production. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to create mechanical designs, generate documentation, and support manufacturing processes.

The role requires 5+ years of hands-on experience, a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering, and proficiency with 3D CAD/SolidWorks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years designing mechanical components and assemblies for electronic products.
• Experience with cable assemblies, connectors, and electromechanical systems.
• Proficiency with 3D CAD software, SolidWorks preferred.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 or similar quality systems.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with engineers to support new product development and revisions to current designs.
• Create and maintain engineering documentation: parts, assemblies, tooling drawings.
• Author work instructions, manufacturing docs, and design specs for test fixtures.
• Maintain BOMs and process Engineering Change Requests (ECRs).
• Develop cost estimates and quotes for new products and changes.
• Support Production Manager and Manufacturing Engineers with technical needs.
• Interface with Engineering Manager to support customer requirements and sales activities.
• Select materials and processes for quality, performance, cost, manufacturability.
• Conduct analysis and testing to identify weaknesses and opportunities.
• Use strong problem-solving and analytical skills in lab and production.

Skills

5+ years exp

Mechanical design

3D CAD

SolidWorks

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical Eng

Tools

SolidWorks

3D CAD

Job description

Title: Mechanical Design Engineer

Shift: Condensed Schedule | 9 hours per day Monday through Thursday, 4 hours on Friday

Salary: $85,000 - $95,000 per year, plus a performance-based bonus; exact compensation is dependent on experience

Mechanical Design Engineer Role:

Our client is seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer with 5+ years of hands-on experience to design, develop, and support embedded electronic systems from concept through production. This role exists to collaborate with a multidisciplinary engineering team to create mechanical designs, generate comprehensive technical documentation, and directly support manufacturing processes.

Mechanical Design Engineer Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with a team of engineers to support new product development, improve existing products, and address customer orders requiring revisions to current designs




• Create and maintain comprehensive engineering documentation, including part, assembly, and tooling drawings




• Author clear work instructions, manufacturing documentation, and design specifications for test fixtures and validation tools




• Build and maintain accurate Bills of Materials (BOMs) and process formal Engineering Change Requests (ECRs)




• Develop detailed cost estimates and commercial quotations for new products and design changes




• Support the Production Manager and Manufacturing Engineers with technical needs to ensure efficient and repeatable manufacturing processes




• Interface with the Engineering Manager to support customer requirements and contribute to business development and technical sales activities




• Select appropriate materials and manufacturing processes to ensure product quality, performance, cost-effectiveness, and manufacturability




• Conduct engineering analysis and qualification testing to identify weaknesses, failures, and improvement opportunities in prototypes and production products




• Utilize strong problem-solving, analytical, and troubleshooting skills in both lab and production environments

Mechanical Design Engineer Reporting Relationships:

The Mechanical Design Engineer reports directly to the Engineering Manager. This position operates as a key technical contributor, working cross-functionally with engineering, production, and quality teams.

About You:

• Possess a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline (or equivalent experience)




• Hold a minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience designing mechanical components and assemblies for electronic products




• Demonstrate strong functional experience with cable assemblies, connectors, and electromechanical products




• Maintain high proficiency with 3D CAD software, with SolidWorks preferred




• Display strong knowledge of mechanical drawings and formal design documentation standards




• Exhibit familiarity with common manufacturing processes such as machining, injection molding, and assembly




• Maintain experience working in a regulated environment, such as ISO 9001, ISO 13485, FDA, or similar quality systems




• Demonstrate a solid knowledge of test and validation methods for mechanical and electromechanical systems




• Exhibit excellent written and verbal communication skills for technical documentation and cross-team collaboration




• Maintain the reliable ability to commute daily for an in-person schedule at the facility in Newbury, OH 44065

Next Steps:

If you are a collaborative, quality-focused professional with strong troubleshooting skills, we would like to hear from you. Please reach out to our recruiting agency today to discuss this opportunity with our client.

Additional Information:

• Equal Opportunity Employer: Our client provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.




• About the Client: Our client develops and produces high-reliability military communications products and innovative medical devices, fostering a collaborative culture that values quality, integrity, and innovation.




• Benefits Offered: This permanent position features a competitive benefits package including health, dental, vision, an HSA, life insurance, a 401(k) with company match, paid time off, company holidays, and clear opportunities for professional development and career growth.

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