Mechanical Designer

Saige Partners; Hiawatha (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Saige Partners is seeking a Senior Mechanical Designer responsible for the design, development, and verification of mechanical components, including sheet-metal and machined parts. The role includes mentoring, peer reviews, and leading small project groups across packaging for high-performance electronics.

Responsibilities emphasize advanced 3D modeling, hardware integration, and adherence to industry standards, with collaboration across systems and manufacturing teams to meet customer

Qualifications

• US Person status required: citizen, permanent resident, or protected status.
• AS degree in mechanical engineering with 5+ years design experience or 8+ years experience in lieu of a degree.
• 2+ years of mechanical component design or manufacturing experience.
• 1+ years of CAD software-related work.
• Extensive knowledge of computer equipment and testing hardware.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and verify mechanical components and assemblies.
• Lead small project teams (1–3 people) and mentor colleagues.
• Review drawings for compliance with specifications and standards.
• Provide technical assistance for pilot line builds and product testing.
• Support the systems team to address customer requirements.
• Troubleshoot hardware in manufacturing and technical services.

Skills

3D modeling

Hardware integration

Mechanical standards

Team leadership

Multi-tasking

Hand tools

Test equipment

Engineering software

Technical data sheets

Training others

Problem solving

Education

AS degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Autodesk Inventor

ANSYS

Job description

This position is responsible for the design, development, and verification of assigned mechanical components to include sheet-metal / machined-metal parts and assemblies. In addition, the Senior Mechanical Designer will also be held accountable for peer reviews, department mentoring, and leading small project groups.

Essential Functions

Maintain advanced working knowledge of mechanical design tools (e.g., AutoCAD, Inventor) for efficient conversion of technical requirements into schematic diagrams and assembly drawings

Maintain advanced understanding of metal parts machining, fabrication, and assembly processes

Maintain advanced working knowledge of packaging techniques applied to high performance electronics for use in harsh and demanding environments

Maintain advanced knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within the design field. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job

Ensure designs are producible and error free utilizing various software programs

Recommend the proper procedures, processes, templates, and tools to correctly perform the task assigned

Support the systems team in addressing customer requirements

Provide technical assistance for the building and testing of new products and systems

Provide advanced troubleshooting support for products in Manufacturing and Technical Services

Review mechanical drawings and designs to ensure adherence to established specifications and standards, as assigned

Provide technical assistance for the Pilot Line build and testing of new products and systems

Assist in the training and mentoring of new hires for the department

Maintain a high level of quality of designs with few errors

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Advanced knowledge of 3D modeling techniques

Advanced knowledge of computer hardware and systems integration

Advanced knowledge of mechanical component industry standards

Works well both independently and in a team environment and is willing to change priorities as needed

Multitasking skills including the ability to work across multiple software platforms

Use hand tools (caliper, micrometer, feeler gauge, fluid pressure meter, infrared thermal cameras, etc.)

Use advanced test equipment tools

Inspect and troubleshoot computer related hardware components at an assembly level

Ability to use various software programs related to engineering theory (AutoDesk inventor, AutoCAD, Ansys simulation software)

Create, read, and compare technical data sheets

Capable of training others in core duties

Effectively lead small (1-3 member) teams on well-defined projects with moderate supervision, oversight, and coaching provided

Identify departmental process deficiencies, propose viable solutions, and implement appropriate corrective action(s) with moderate managerial support provided

Required Qualifications

Must be a US Person (US Citizen, person granted US Permanent Resident Card or any individual who is granted status as a "protected person")

Associate of Science degree in mechanical engineering with 5+ years of mechanical design experience or 8+ years of mechanical design experience in lieu of degree

Preferred Qualifications

2+ years of mechanical component design or manufacturing experience

1+ years of CAD software related work

Extensive knowledge of computer equipment (PC, firewall, switch, data acquisition systems, UPS, server rack equipment, etc.)