Mechanical Design Engineer

Global CNC Inc.; Plymouth (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Global CNC Inc. is looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer in Plymouth, Michigan to develop and improve toolholder designs for precision CNC manufacturing. Responsibilities include designing new products, updating existing ones, and collaborating with production teams to ensure manufacturability.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering and possess strong experience in mechanical design, CAD software, and tolerance analysis. Join our dynamic team and contribute to innovative engineering solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Proven experience in mechanical design, preferably in CNC tooling or precision manufacturing.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD software, strong GD&T knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Design new toolholders from concept through production.
• Review and update legacy designs for performance and cost.
• Apply gear and transmission design principles.

Skills

Mechanical Design

3D CAD Software (Autodesk Inventor)

Tolerance Stack Up Analysis

Problem Solving

Effective Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

ERP/PLM Systems

Job description

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.