Mechanical Designer

Benshaw, Inc.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Benshaw, Inc. is seeking a Mechanical Designer to join its R&D team in Pittsburgh. You will design, prototype, and optimize mechanical systems for electrical enclosures and power electronics, ensuring manufacturability and regulatory alignment.

You will collaborate with electrical engineers and production teams, build 3D models and drawings, and support testing from concept through production transfer. Relocation assistance is not offered; onsite work is required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in mechanical design, preferably in electrical components.
• Expertise in mechanical design, analysis, and optimization.
• Proficiency with CAD software such as SolidWorks or Autodesk Inventor.
• Experience designing for manufacturability, cost-effectiveness, and reliability.
• Strong understanding of material properties and mechanical behavior.
• Familiarity with electrical components industry standards and safety guidelines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
• Effective verbal and written communication across teams.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical components and systems for electrical products.
• Collaborate with electrical engineers, product managers, and manufacturing teams.
• Create 3D models and 2D drawings using CAD software.
• Ensure regulatory and safety standards compliance.
• Develop prototypes and evaluate mechanical designs.
• Investigate and resolve mechanical issues during testing and manufacturing.
• Select materials and processes with suppliers for performance and cost.
• Present design concepts in design reviews.
• Stay current with new technologies to improve product development.

Skills

Mechanical design

CAD proficiency

Design for manufacturability

Problem solving

Communication

Tools

SolidWorks

Autodesk Inventor

Job description

Position Overview

The Mechanical Designer joins Benshaw’s Research and Development team to design, develop, and optimize mechanical systems and components for new electrical products, with a focus on electrical enclosures and power electronics. The role supports product development through mechanical design, prototyping, conformance testing to UL and IEC standards, and manufacturing support.

Location

- Onsite- Benshaw, 615 Alpha Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15238

This position is open to candidates who currently reside in the Pittsburgh area. Relocation assistance is not available.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Participate in the design and development of mechanical components and systems for electrical products, ensuring they meet industry standards and customer requirements.
• Collaborate with electrical engineers, product managers, and manufacturing teams to integrate mechanical and electrical systems.
• Conduct feasibility studies and develop prototypes to evaluate new mechanical designs and recommend improvements.
• Use CAD software to create detailed 3D models and 2D drawings of mechanical components for manufacturing.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory and safety standards throughout the design and development process.
• Investigate and resolve mechanical issues identified during product testing, manufacturing, or customer use, and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Collaborate with suppliers to select materials and manufacturing processes that optimize component performance and cost-effectiveness.
• Participate in design reviews and clearly present technical information to management, customers, and other stakeholders.
• Stay current with relevant technologies and apply new knowledge to improve product development.

Minimum Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in mechanical design, preferably in the electrical components industry.
• Expertise in mechanical design, analysis, and optimization, with a focus on electrical components and systems.
• Proficiency in CAD software, such as SolidWorks or Autodesk Inventor, and other relevant engineering tools.
• Demonstrated experience designing for manufacturability, cost-effectiveness, and reliability.
• Solid understanding of material properties and mechanical behavior.
• Familiarity with industry standards, regulations, and safety guidelines related to electrical components and systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to establish priorities and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Effective verbal, written, listening, and presentation skills, with the ability to collaborate with a diverse group of professionals.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with supply chain teams and vendors.
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong commitment to customer service and teamwork.

Travel Requirements

• Ability to travel occasionally, up to 10%, to test products at third-party testing laboratories and visit customer locations.