Mechanical Designer

American Society of Interior Designers; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 69,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Our client in Huntsville, Alabama seeks a Mechanical Designer for a long-term contract. The role focuses on creating detailed mechanical designs and manufacturing documentation for custom equipment, fabricated assemblies, and engineered products.

SolidWorks experience and a solid understanding of weldments, drafting standards, and manufacturing processes are essential. You will develop 3D models, drawings, and BOMs, apply GD&T, and collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and QA teams to

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Mechanical Design experience.
• Advanced proficiency with SolidWorks, including assemblies and drawings.
• Experience with SolidWorks PDM or similar document management systems.
• Strong knowledge of ASME drafting and GD&T standards.
• Experience designing welded and fabricated structures.
• Ability to interpret engineering requirements and manufacturing constraints.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed 3D models, assemblies, and drawings using SolidWorks
• Develop and maintain engineering drawings, BOMs, and associated documentation
• Design welded structures, fabricated assemblies, and mechanical components
• Apply GD&T principles and industry drafting standards to support manufacturing requirements
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to resolve design challenges
• Support prototype builds, product improvements, and design revisions
• Participate in design reviews and continuous improvement initiatives
• Maintain document control and configuration management within PDM systems

Skills

SolidWorks

GD&T

ASME drafting standards

Communication

Education

Associate degree or technical certification in Mechanical Design

Tools

SolidWorks

SolidWorks PDM

Job description

Mechanical Designer (Contract)

Location: Huntsville, AL (Onsite)

Compensation: $50-$55/hr

Duration: Long-term contract with strong extension potential

U.S. Citizenship Required

Overview

Our client, a leading engineering and manufacturing organization supporting complex, highly engineered systems, is seeking a Mechanical Designer to join its team in Huntsville, Alabama.

This role will focus on creating detailed mechanical designs and manufacturing documentation for custom equipment, fabricated assemblies, and engineered products. The ideal candidate will have strong SolidWorks experience and a solid understanding of weldments, drafting standards, and manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed 3D models, assemblies, and drawings using SolidWorks
• Develop and maintain engineering drawings, BOMs, and associated documentation
• Design welded structures, fabricated assemblies, and mechanical components
• Apply GD&T principles and industry drafting standards to support manufacturing requirements
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to resolve design challenges
• Support prototype builds, product improvements, and design revisions
• Participate in design reviews and continuous improvement initiatives
• Maintain document control and configuration management within PDM systems

Requirements

• 3+ years of Mechanical Design experience
• Advanced proficiency with SolidWorks, including assemblies, configurations, and detailed drawings
• Experience using SolidWorks PDM or similar document management systems
• Strong knowledge of ASME drafting and GD&T standards
• Experience designing welded and fabricated structures
• Ability to interpret engineering requirements and manufacturing constraints
• Strong communication and collaboration skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting engineered equipment, industrial systems, automation equipment, or custom machinery
• Familiarity with machining, welding, sheet metal fabrication, and manufacturing processes
• Experience performing tolerance analysis and design-for-manufacturing reviews
• Associate degree, technical certification, or equivalent experience in Mechanical Design or Engineering Technology

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Long-term contract with strong potential for extension
• Work on complex, custom-engineered products and systems
• Collaborative engineering environment
• Competitive hourly compensation
• Immediate interview process

This opportunity is ideal for a Mechanical Designer who enjoys hands‑on engineering support, detailed design work, and collaborating closely with manufacturing teams in a fast‑paced environment.