Mechanical Design Engineer - Lightening

Global Connect Technologies; California (MO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Connect Technologies is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to design and develop mechanical components, assemblies, brackets, and housings for automotive lighting applications in the United States. The role emphasizes creating precise 3D models and 2D drawings with GD&T, while supporting prototyping, testing, and production activities.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, 3+ years of design experience, and proficiency in CATIA, Creo, NX, or

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years of mechanical design experience.
• Proficiency in CATIA, Creo, NX, or SolidWorks.
• Strong knowledge of GD&T, DFM/DFA, and manufacturing processes.
• Basic experience with automotive lighting/lamp components preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical components, assemblies, brackets, and housings.
• Create 3D models, 2D drawings, GD&T, and tolerance stack-ups.
• Support design reviews, prototyping, testing, and production activities.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, electrical, and supplier teams.
• Support automotive lighting/lamp design, including mechanical packaging, mounting, and integration.
• Implement engineering changes and design improvements.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CATIA

Creo

NX

SolidWorks

Job description

• Design and develop mechanical components, assemblies, brackets, and housings.
• Create 3D models, 2D drawings, GD&T, and tolerance stack-ups.
• Support design reviews, prototyping, testing, and production activities.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, electrical, and supplier teams.
• Support automotive lighting/lamp design, including mechanical packaging, mounting, and integration.
• Implement engineering changes and design improvements.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years of mechanical design experience.
• Proficiency in CATIA, Creo, NX, or SolidWorks.
• Strong knowledge of GD&T, DFM/DFA, and manufacturing processes.
• Basic experience with automotive lighting/lamp components preferred.