Mechanical Design Engineer - New Product Development

Global Power Components; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Power Components in Milwaukee, WI is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer for New Product Development. The role focuses on leading design from concept through production, creating robust 3D models and drawings, and maintaining BOMs with strong collaboration across functions.

The team emphasizes cost reduction, reliability, manufacturability, and tight integration with ERP/PDM systems, with strong emphasis on design control and DFMEA.

Qualifications

• Lead mechanical design from concept through production release.
• Develop robust, manufacturable designs for new products and improvements.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design from concept to production release.
• Create complete 3D models, drawings, and BOMs.
• Perform analyses and participate in design reviews.
• Support prototype builds, testing and validation.
• Drive cost-reduction and value-engineering on existing products.
• Improve reliability, manufacturability, and serviceability.
• Maintain CAD models, drawings, and revision history.
• Ensure BOMs are accurate in ERP and released with drawings.
• Apply GD&T and design control procedures.
• Engage with manufacturing early to validate feasibility.

Skills

Mechanical design

3D CAD modeling

GD&T

DFMEA

BOM management

ERP integration

PDM

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

CAD software

ERP

PDM

Job description

Title: Mechanical Design Engineer - NPD

Company: Global Power Components - www.globalpowercomponents.com

Location: Milwaukee, WI

Hire Type: Direct Hire

Overview:

Global Power Components is a privately held, financially sound, growing manufacturer of UL heavy gauge steel fuel tanks, trailers, large generator enclosures, and modular metal enclosures for housing fully-equipped electrical distribution and control equipment. As a result of our continuing expansion and continued organization growth, we are looking for a motivated Mechanical Design Engineer - New Product Development to join our team.

Primary Focus:

New Product Development & Product Redesign - Deliver robust, manufacturable, and cost-effective mechanical designs that support new product development and continuous improvement of existing products. Success is measured by design quality, execution reliability, cost impact, and effective system documentation.

Core Responsibilities:

A. New Product Development

• Lead mechanical design from concept through production release.
• Develop complete and accurate 3D models, drawings, and Bills of Materials (BOMs).
• Perform required engineering analyses and participate in structured design reviews.
• Support prototype builds, testing, and validation.

B. Existing Product Redesign & Continuous Improvement

• Execute cost-reduction and value-engineering initiatives.
• Improve reliability, manufacturability, and serviceability of existing products.
• Process Engineering Change Notice (ECNs) in accordance with change control procedures.
• Support root cause analysis and corrective actions.

C. PDM (Product Data Management)

• Maintain accurate CAD models, drawings, and revision history.
• Ensure proper file structure, naming conventions, and version control.
• Release documentation through formal workflows.
• Maintain complete and accurate BOM structures.

D. ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning)

• Ensure BOMs transferred to ERP are accurate and aligned with released drawings.
• Support part number creation and configuration accuracy.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain and Operations to resolve BOM discrepancies.
• Ensure engineering changes are properly reflected in ERP before production implementation.

E. Engineering Quality & Compliance

• Ensure designs meet performance requirements and applicable standards.
• Apply GD&T and engineering best practices consistently.
• Maintain full compliance with internal design control procedures.

Additional Responsibilities & Accountability:

A. Design for Manufacturing & Assembly (DFM/DFA)

• Proactively design for efficient manufacturing, assembly, and serviceability.
• Engage Manufacturing early to validate feasibility and reduce downstream issues.
• Minimize custom components when standard solutions are viable.

B. Risk Management

• Identify technical risks early in the design cycle.
• Conduct DFMEA or structured risk reviews where appropriate.
• Propose mitigation plans before issues impact schedule or cost.

C. Product Lifecycle Support

• Support production ramp-up and pilot builds.
• Provide technical assistance for field issues when required.
• Maintain long-term product documentation integrity.

D. Continuous Improvement & Initiative

• Identify opportunities for design standardization and modularity.
• Improve internal engineering processes where inefficiencies are observed.
• Stay current on relevant materials, manufacturing methods, and tools.

E. Professional Conduct & Ownership

• Take responsibility for design outcomes, both positive and negative.
• Communicate clearly and professionally across functions.
• Manage time and priorities without constant oversight.