Mechanical Design Engineer III, Automotive Industry

Phenix Truck & Van; California; On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Phenix Truck & Van seeks a Mechanical Design Engineer III to transform concepts into CAD drawings and manufacturing packages. You will create and modify 2D/3D drawings, focusing on sheet metal and automotive systems, with limited supervision.

Required: 10+ years SolidWorks CAD experience, expertise in sheet metal, and strong communication. Opportunity in Southern California with cross-functional collaboration on design-to-production.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years SolidWorks CAD design experience required.
• Sheet metal manufacturing & layout experience essential.
• Knowledge of automotive systems and general manufacturing processes.
• Strong mathematical and FEA experience.

Responsibilities

• Transform design concepts into CAD drawings and manufacturing packages.
• Develop, modify and improve 2D/3D drawings and as-built drawings.
• Work with teams to ensure design meets production needs.
• Proficient in sheet metal layout and automotive mechanical design.
• Ensure timely completion of projects with limited supervision.

Skills

Read drawings

Communication

Time management

Project delivery

Multi-project handling

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Sheet metal design

AutoCAD LT 2020

DiamondNest

Microsoft Office

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Job Description

Phenix Truck & Van is seeking talented candidates for a Mechanical Design Engineer III position to join our design & engineering team. If you have a passion for manufacturing, computer-aided design (CAD), sheet metal and would enjoy designing work truck solutions and automotive systems, this may be an excellent opportunity for you!

The Mechanical Design Engineer III is responsible for transforming initial product design concepts or written specifications using computer-aided design (CAD) into sales and manufacturing drawing packages. This position works with team members to create, modify, and improve design drawings and as-built drawings. The Candidate must be proficient in sheet metal layout design and automotive mechanical design.

Candidate must be exceptionally proficient in both 2D and 3D CAD utilizing SolidWorks. Candidate must be able to work under limited supervision to develop and/or modify written & visual specifications for the production departments.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent technical/fieldwork experience
• Minimum of 10 years of SolidWorks CAD design experience
• Sheet metal manufacturing process knowledge and experience
• Sheet metal layout & CNC programming experience
• Knowledge of automotive systems
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes
• Engineering Mathematics
• Finite element analysis (FEA) experience

Required Skills

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and written specifications
• Ability to communicate effectively with management and shop personnel
• Possess excellent time management skills
• Ability to finish projects on time with limited supervision
• Must be flexible and able to handle multiple projects & priorities
• Ability to adjust to high-pressure and rapidly changing business conditions

Required Software Proficiency:

• Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams...)
• Adobe Acrobat
• AutoCAD LT 2020
• SolidWorks 2021
• DiamondNest

Work Environment

• Typical office environment conditions for design and workstation tasks (80% of time)
• A portion of the designer’s time will be spent in a manufacturing floor/shop environment, under & on vehicles (20% of time)

Location

Southern California

Pomona, CA

Important Notice

This position is not limited to those duties in the job description. Duties and responsibilities can be changed, expanded, reduced, or deleted to meet the business needs. The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

For more information check out our company website at www.phenixtruckbodies.com .

Company Description

Phenix Truck & Van is the Southern California-based leader in vocational truck and van upfitting, by manufacturing and customizing vehicles that help essential crews do their jobs safely, efficiently, and reliably.

For almost 50 years, we have grown from a small family business into one of the region’s largest and most complete truck body and van equipment manufacturers and distributors in the region. We service utilities, municipalities, fire departments, government agencies, and commercial fleets that work has a direct impact across Southern California. The vehicles designed, fabricated, and equipped by Phenix team members support field teams from organizations such as Southern California Edison, Southern California Gas Company, Los Angeles County Fire Department, San Diego Gas & Electric, the USDA Forest Service, and Los Angeles County Public Works.

Our influence extends beyond the region through its leadership in the broader Work Truck Industry and its role in supporting customers and fleet operations both locally and nationwide. Choosing to apply to Phenix means contributing directly to the vehicles and equipment that enable the people who maintain infrastructure, restore service, protect the public, and keep Southern California running every day.

Phenix is a place where many have chosen to build their long-term career. We value developing talent from within and offer opportunities for growth as team members expand their skills and take on new responsi