Mechanical Design Engineer (Siemens NX)

Zobility; Michigan; On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Zobility in Michigan is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to design work holding fixtures and mechanical devices for CNC and special-purpose machines. You will work with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, cost-effective designs from concept through production.

The role emphasizes NX/AutoCAD, GD&T, and fixture development to meet manufacturing requirements. Collaboration across mechanical, electrical, and software teams is essential for success.

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical design for CNC / metal removal / machining environment.
• Proficiency in NX, AutoCAD, or similar 3D CAD tools.
• Strong knowledge of GD&T, mechanical design principles, and blueprints.
• Experience with fixture design, fluid power basics, and BOM/PLM systems.
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Design work holding fixtures based on machining requirements and customer specifications.
• Develop 3D models, drawings, and BOMs using Siemens NX / AutoCAD or similar tools.
• Apply GD&T, mechanical fits, and tolerance stack-up in designs.
• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and software teams.
• Support design reviews, documentation, and cost optimization.
• Create and maintain technical documents, checklists, and reports.
• Ensure designs meet manufacturing, quality, and project requirements.

Skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Mechanical design principles

Blueprint reading

Strong communication

Tools

NX

AutoCAD

BOM/PLM systems

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to design work holding fixtures and mechanical devices for CNC and special-purpose machines. This role involves working closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, cost-effective designs from concept through production.

Key Responsibilities

• Design work holding fixtures based on machining requirements and customer specifications
• Develop 3D models, drawings, and BOMs using Siemens NX / AutoCAD or similar tools
• Apply GD&T, mechanical fits, and tolerance stack-up in designs
• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and software teams
• Support design reviews, documentation, and cost optimization
• Create and maintain technical documents, checklists, and reports
• Ensure designs meet manufacturing, quality, and project requirements

Requirements

• Experience in mechanical design for CNC / metal removal / machining environment
• Proficiency in NX, AutoCAD, or similar 3D CAD tools
• Strong knowledge of GD&T, mechanical design principles, and blueprints
• Experience with fixture design, fluid power basics, and BOM/PLM systems
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills

Preferred

• Experience in metal removal / machining industry
• Exposure to NX (Siemens)

Company Description

Zobility is RGBSI's workforce management and staffing division. RGBSI is a multi-national corporation headquartered in Troy, MI with branches throughout the USA, Canada, Germany, and India.