Mechanical Design Engineer

GLOBAL CNC INDUSTRIES, LTD.; Plymouth (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Global CNC Industries is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to develop new toolholder designs, update existing products, and streamline engineering operations for precision CNC lathe toolholders. You will work on VDI, BMT, PSC/Capto, and driven/live tooling systems, ensuring manufacturability and robust performance.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering, strong CAD (Inventor) and GD&T skills, and experience with gear/transmission design.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Proven experience in mechanical design, preferably CNC tooling or precision manufacturing.
• Experience with gear and transmission design, including torque/speed calculations.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD software (Autodesk Inventor preferred) and strong GD&T knowledge.
• Familiarity with ERP/PLM systems for BOM and drawing management.

Responsibilities

• Develop new toolholders and tooling systems from concept through production (VDI, BMT, PSC/Capto, driven/live).
• Update legacy designs to improve performance, reduce cost, and standardize across families.
• Apply gear and transmission design to tooling systems for optimal torque transmission and durability.
• Design for manufacturability with CNC machining, assembly, and repeatable quality on the shop floor.
• Perform tolerance stack‑up analysis, GD&T, and fit calculations for interchangeability.
• Prototype, test, and coordinate first article inspection before release to production.
• Maintain BOMs, drawings, and engineering changes in ERP/PLM systems.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, production, and vendors to translate designs into production.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

Team collaboration

Detail oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

Job description

Global CNC Industries is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Mechanical Design Engineer to join our dynamic team. As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you will play a crucial role in developing new toolholder designs, updating existing product lines, and streamlining engineering operations to support our precision CNC lathe toolholder manufacturing.

• New Product Development
  Design new toolholders and tooling systems from concept through production, including VDI, BMT, PSC/Capto, and driven/live toolholder systems. Develop 3D models, assemblies, and detailed drawings that meet functional and manufacturability requirements.
• Design Updates and Standardization
  Review and update legacy designs to improve performance, reduce cost, and standardize across product families. Identify opportunities to simplify designs and reduce part variation.
• Gear and Transmission Design
  Apply gear and transmission design principles to driven and live tooling systems, including gear selection, sizing, and layout for optimal torque transmission, speed range, and durability.
• Design for Manufacturability
  Work closely with production and programming teams to ensure new and revised designs are optimized for CNC machining, assembly, and repeatable quality on the shop floor.
• Tolerance and Fit Analysis
  Perform tolerance stack up analysis, GD&T application, and fit/function calculations to ensure proper interchangeability and performance of toolholder components.
• Prototyping and Testing
  Develop and evaluate prototypes, coordinate first article inspection, and support testing to validate design intent before release to production.
• Engineering Documentation
  Maintain accurate BOMs, drawings, and engineering change documentation within Business Central and related systems.
• Collaboration and Communication
  Work closely with manufacturing engineers, production management, and outside vendors to ensure designs translate smoothly into production. Support competitive analysis and reverse engineering efforts as needed.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Proven experience in mechanical design, preferably in CNC tooling, machine tool accessories, or precision manufacturing.
• Experience with gear and transmission design is a strong plus, including gear selection, sizing, and torque/speed calculations.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD software (Autodesk Inventor preferred) and strong GD&T knowledge.
• Strong understanding of machining processes and design for manufacturability principles
• Experience with tolerance stack up analysis and fit/function calculations.
• Familiarity with ERP/PLM systems for BOM and drawing management is a plus.
• Excellent problem solving skills and a demonstrated track record of successful design implementation.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team based setting.
• Detail oriented, self motivated, and able to manage multiple design projects concurrently.

Join our team at Global CNC Industries and play a key role in shaping the next generation of precision toolholder products!