Mechanical Design Engineer - Configurable Automatic Doors

Traka Group; Monroe (NC); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

ASSA ABLOY Group seeks a Mechanical Design Engineer in Monroe, NC to design, develop, and sustain automatic door solutions from concept through production. You’ll create 3D models, drawings, BOMs, and prototypes while collaborating with product management, manufacturing, and sourcing to meet performance and cost targets.

You’ll apply GD&T and tolerance analysis, contribute to DFMA and ECO processes, and support production launches as part of a cross-functional team that delivers high-quality,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical discipline.
• 2+ years of product design experience in electromechanical, hardware, building products, or related industries.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD software; SolidWorks experience strongly preferred.
• Experience creating detailed manufacturing drawings, assemblies, and multi-level BOMs.
• Hands-on experience in an engineering lab, prototype shop, or similar environment.
• Knowledge of aluminum, steel, and glass design applications.
• Experience with tolerance stack-up analysis and GD&T.
• Familiarity with electromechanical systems and component integration.
• Strong organizational, communication, and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop new automatic door products, options, and enhancements while balancing performance, cost, reliability, manufacturability, and configurability.
• Partner with product management, manufacturing, sourcing, field service, and other stakeholders to gather requirements and transform them into effective engineering solutions.
• Create and maintain 3D CAD models, detailed manufacturing drawings, multi-level BOMs, and complete product documentation.
• Build, test, and evaluate prototypes; develop test plans, analyze results, and implement design improvements based on findings.
• Apply GD&T, material selection, tolerance analysis, and electromechanical integration.
• Support DFMA, ECOs, pilot builds, and production launches.
• Work with manufacturing and supply chain to ensure successful implementation and ongoing support.
• Manage multiple projects and communicate progress, risks, and recommendations.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on product quality, documentation standards, release processes, and configurable product platforms.

Skills

Mechanical design

Project management

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

DraftSight

Teamcenter

Jira

CNC machining

FEA

Job description

ASSA ABLOY Group seeks a Mechanical Design Engineer in Monroe, NC to design, develop, and sustain automatic door solutions from concept through production. You’ll create 3D models, drawings, BOMs, and prototypes while collaborating with product management, manufacturing, and sourcing to meet performance and cost targets.

You’ll apply GD&T and tolerance analysis, contribute to DFMA and ECO processes, and support production launches as part of a cross-functional team that delivers high-quality,