Mechanical Design Engineer — OEM Machinery & Systems

Mestek Machinery; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Mestek Machinery is a recognized leader in the design and manufacturing of advanced metal forming solutions for the HVAC sheet metal ductwork industry. We are seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to support new product development, product improvements, and sustaining engineering initiatives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The successful candidate will design OEM machinery systems and components, generate CAD models and detailed engineering documentation, support sourcing activities,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Strong understanding of modern mechanical engineering principles and practices.
• Experience designing mechanical systems for industrial equipment or machinery.
• Proficiency with 3D CAD software.

Responsibilities

• Design mechanical systems and components for OEM machinery and production equipment.
• Create 3D CAD models, detailed engineering drawings, BOMs, and manufacturing documentation.
• Develop and troubleshoot hydraulic and electro-hydraulic systems.
• Perform engineering analyses, including tolerance stack-up evaluations and component life-cycle assessments.
• Source and qualify mechanical components, suppliers, and vendors working with procurement.
• Submit RFQs and work directly with suppliers on component selection and procurement.
• Investigate equipment performance issues, conduct root cause analysis, and implement corrective solutions.
• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, controls, and software engineering teams throughout the product development cycle.
• Participate in design reviews, brainstorming sessions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support and improve engineering standards, processes, and documentation practices.
• Interpret and work with legacy 2D machine drawings when required.

Skills

Mechanical design

Industrial equipment

3D CAD

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

Autodesk Vault

SolidWorks PDM

CAD platforms

Job description

Mestek Machinery is a recognized leader in the design and manufacturing of advanced metal forming solutions for the HVAC sheet metal ductwork industry. We are seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to support new product development, product improvements, and sustaining engineering initiatives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The successful candidate will design OEM machinery systems and components, generate CAD models and detailed engineering documentation, support sourcing activities,