Mechanical Design Engineer

Tom Trese; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401k plan with matching

Voluntary dental and vision plans

Telemedicine services

Disability coverage

Job summary

A machinery manufacturing company in Pittsburgh is looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to design and estimate mechanical projects within the conveyor systems group. Responsibilities include developing accurate cost estimates, updating CAD drawings, and interfacing with the corporate purchasing department. Candidates must have three years of mechanical design and estimating experience, along with proficiency in CAD software. The position offers competitive salary and excellent benefits including health insurance and a 401k plan.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of mechanical design experience is required.
• 3+ years of estimator experience is required.
• 2-5 years of CAD experience required.

Responsibilities

• Develop accurate cost estimates and detailed drawings for RFQs.
• Update drawings using AutoCAD or Illustrator.
• Analyze labor, material, and equipment needs for projects.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Creativity

Communication

Understanding of manufacturing techniques

Proficient in math and science

Teamwork

Self-motivated

Multi-tasking

Education

Minimum Three Years Mechanical Design Experience

Minimum Three Years Estimator Experience

Two-to-Five Years Demonstrated CADD Experience

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Illustrator

Ross ERP

Microsoft Dynamics CRM Software

Job description

Mechanical Design Engineer

$70,000 - $80,000.00

12% 402 K & Quarterly Bonuses [10-15%]

This is an exempt salary position where the employee is responsible for designing and estimating mechanical work projects within the Conveyors manufacturing group specializing in developing tailor‑made, cost‑effective analytical solutions for conveyor systems.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• Minimum Three (3) Years Mechanical Design Experience Required
• Minimum Three (3) Years Estimator Experience Required
• Two‑to‑Five (2‑5) Years Demonstrated CADD Experience Required
• Ross ERP & Microsoft Dynamics Customer Relations Management (CRM) Software Experience Preferred

QUALIFICATIONS

• Excellent analytical, problem solving and organizational skills with ability to work autonomously and/or collaboratively on multiple projects
• Creativity is an essential part of brainstorming new ideas, developing or improving products so they are of good quality, meet space or weight limitations, and achieve the cost objectives of customers
• Ability to listen effectively, articulate goals and progress of project(s), and communicate with a team of sales, research, and/or management personnel to meet needs of customers
• Understanding of manufacturing techniques, costs.
• Functional knowledge of Ross ERP and Microsoft Dynamics CRM Software
• Proficient math, science, and computer skills
• Proficient in CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Illustrator).
• Strong understanding of machining processes, materials, and tolerances.
• “Team member” mentality with complementing ability to self‑motivate, multi‑task in fast‑paced environment, and prioritize to meet ever changing deadlines
• Close visual acuity, near vision, fine manipulation, upper limb coordination, and ability to sit for extended periods while performing essential job duties
• Medium (up to 60 lbs.) lifting capability while performing essential job duties

Ability to work 40+ hours flexible schedule that may require frequent domestic travel.

Assignment location is 258 Kappa Drive Pittsburgh PA. Plant locations in Blairsville Pa and Lebanon Va. Travel required.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Receiving Requests for Quotes (RFQ) and developing accurate cost estimates and detailed drawings.
• Develop and Update drawings using AutoCAD or Illustrator.
• Analyze labor, material, equipment, time requirements, etc. through material take-offs of detailed drawings.
• Interface with Corporate Purchasing Department for pricing to prepare detailed, organized estimates of costs.
• Present prepared estimates by compiling numerical and descriptive information.
• Prepare and submit required reports.
• Perform any other related job duty as requested by executive or plant management to ensure timely, accurate project design and estimation.

*Excellent benefits include medical with a standard PPO plan with deductibles as low as $1,500 and wellness credit up to $750; voluntary 401k plan currently matching up to 12%; voluntary dental and vision plans; free telemedicine services; basic life, long and short‑term disability coverage.

EOE M/F/D/V