Mechanical Design Engineer II — CAD & Prototyping

Roush; Allen Park (MI); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

medical

dental

vision

life insurance

earned sick time

STD

LTD

401K

tuition reimbursement

paid vacation

paid holidays

more

Job summary

Roush is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer II to join the Vehicle Engineering team in Allen Park, MI. You will create and maintain 3D CAD models, generate manufacturing drawings with GD&T, and translate customer needs into solid mechanical concepts.

This hands-on role requires collaboration across engineering functions and the ability to drive designs from concept through prototype and release. Ideal candidates have a BS in Mechanical Engineering with 2+ years in automotive/aerospace and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years in automotive/aerospace or related industry.
• Experience with DFMEA, DVP&R, DFM, DFA and FEA.
• Hands-on problem solving and multi-program capability.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain 3D CAD models of mechanical systems and assemblies.
• Create and refine 2D drawings with GD&T for manufacturing.
• Translate customer needs into design requirements and concepts.
• Validate designs with CAE/FEA, prototype testing, and supplier collaboration.
• Support design through production including PDD/DFMEA inputs.

Skills

3D CAD

GD&T

DFMEA/DFR/DFM

FEA/CAE

Kinematics analysis

Team collaboration

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

PLM

Job description

We work alongside the best and brightest to do incredibly cool things you wouldn't believe. At Roush, you're part of building the future. Are you someone that has a passion for providing innovated solutions to complex challenges? Do you want to work someplace where creativity and new ideas are encouraged? If so, then keep reading.

We fuse technology and engineering to provide product development solutions to customers in a diverse range of industries. Widely recognized for providing engineering, testing, prototype, and manufacturing services to the transportation industry, Roush also provides significant support to the aerospace, defense and theme park industries. With over 2,400 employees in facilities throughout the United States, Europe, Asia, and South America, our unique combination of creativity and tenacity activates big ideas on a global stage.

Roush has an immediate need within our Vehicle Engineering department for a Mechanical Design Engineer II to join our team. The Mechanical Design Engineer II is a broad role that supports a variety of engineering programs. This position contributes to projects for both large and small customers while meeting customer timelines and program objectives. The Mechanical Design Engineer II works in a collaborative team environment and is expected to understand each customer's unique needs while partnering with team members to complete technical deliverables and ensure Roush and customer standards are met. This is position is located in Allen Park, MI.

As a Mechanical Design Engineer II, you will:

• Develop and maintain 3D CAD models of mechanical systems, including parts, large assemblies, mechanisms, and integrated subsystems, utilizing parametric modeling practices with clear design intent to support iteration, reuse, and product evolution
• Build, manage, and validate configurable assemblies by performing interference checks and maintaining CAD data within a controlled, revision‑managed, cross‑functional environment
• Translate customer needs into clear design requirements and feasible mechanical concepts, evolving designs from concept through prototype and supporting hardware development including testing all in a hands-on environment
• Create and refine solid and surface models to meet functional, aesthetic, and manufacturability requirements, incorporating DFM/DFA principles directly into design geometry
• Produce accurate and complete 2D manufacturing drawings from 3D models, including GD&T, tolerancing, and industry‑standard documentation to support fabrication and inspection
• Leverage CAD models to support engineering analysis, prototyping, testing, and supplier collaboration, including the use of Computer‑Aided Engineering (CAE) tools to analytically validate and refine designs.
• Communicate design status, risks, and progress effectively through internal documentation and external customer reporting, while working hands-on in a mechanical development environment

To be considered for as a Mechanical Design Engineer II, you will need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
• Minimum 2 years of experience in automotive, aerospace, or related industry experience
• Experience with DFMEA, DVP&R, DFM, DFA and FEA
• Knowledge of mechanical systems such as; kinematics and motion analysis, multi‑degree‑of‑freedom linkages, hinge and latch mechanisms, cam and follower systems, gear trains, spring and damping mechanisms
• Hands-on troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work on multiple programs simultaneously
• Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to perform effectively in a team environment
• Able to perform effectively in a team environment

A successful Mechanical Design Engineer may also have:

• Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
• Simulation experience (FEA, physics-based modeling or similar)
• Hands-on ICE, hybrid and/or electric vehicle development experience
• Design and release experience within a PLM

Our full-time benefits include: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, earned sick time, STD, LTD, 401K, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation, paid holidays, andmore.

If you share our passion for providing innovative solutions to complex challenges, we want you on our team.

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