Mechanical Design Engineer

GLOBAL Recruitment Solutions; Wixom (MI); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering solutions firm in New Hudson, Michigan is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer with over 3 years of experience in vehicle system design and proficiency in Creo and ANSYS. The role includes designing vehicle components, performing structural analysis, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's in a relevant field, strong technical writing skills, and hands-on knowledge of product design processes. This is a hybrid position depending on business needs.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of engineering design experience is required.
• Strong background in vehicle systems or product design needed.
• Experience with full vehicle architecture and system interaction is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop vehicle systems, structural components, and mechanical assemblies.
• Create 3D parametric CAD models and packaging layouts using Creo.
• Perform linear static FEA using ANSYS to optimize design performance.

Skills

Mechanical Design

CAD Design

Analytical Problem-Solving

Technical Documentation

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or related field

Tools

Creo

ANSYS

Windchill PLM

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project)

Job description

Location: New Hudson, Michigan (Onsite preferred | Hybrid flexibility based on business needs)
Job Type: Contract | 3–6 Months
Start Date: ASAP
Work Authorization: U.S. Citizenship required

Join a fast-paced engineering team supporting vehicle and product system design, development, and validation. This role is ideal for a hands‑on Mechanical Design Engineer with 3+ years of experience in Creo, ANSYS/FEA, GD&T, structures, and full vehicle integration. The ideal candidate brings strong CAD design, analytical problem‑solving, technical documentation, and cross‑functional collaboration skills in an automotive, aerospace, or advanced vehicle environment.

This opportunity offers exposure to system‑level design, packaging, test development, manufacturing support, and customer issue resolution, making it highly attractive to engineers who enjoy working across the full product lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop vehicle systems, structural components, and mechanical assemblies
• Create 3D parametric CAD models and component packaging layouts using Creo
• Perform linear static FEA using ANSYS to optimize design performance and structural integrity
• Generate technical drawings, detailing packages, and GD&T documentation per ASME Y14.5
• Develop and execute DVP&R test plans, validation methods, and reporting
• Support system physics modeling, characterization, and design verification
• Prepare technical specifications, engineering reports, and project status updates
• Support prototype builds, technicians, and shop teams during development activities
• Resolve engineering issues through mechanical analysis, CAE, and structured problem‑solving
• Respond to ECRs, manufacturing questions, and product improvement requests
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with manufacturing, validation, program management, and customer teams

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or related field
• 3+ years of engineering design experience
• Strong background in vehicle systems or product design
• Experience with full vehicle architecture and system interaction
• Proficiency in Creo CAD
• Experience with ANSYS or equivalent FEA tools
• Hands‑on knowledge of Windchill PLM
• Strong skills in:
  • GD&T / ASME Y14.5
  • Drawing release and detailing
  • Sheet metal design
  • Structural component design
  • Design for manufacturability
• Strong technical writing and communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project)