Mechanical Designer

Wheeler Staffing Partners; Plano (TX); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Wheeler Staffing Partners is seeking a Mechanical Designer in a hybrid (DFW-based) contract-to-hire role in McKinney, Texas. You will create and modify mechanical designs, 3D models, assemblies, and manufacturing drawings using SolidWorks to support engineering and production.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in a manufacturing or product development setting, strong attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate with engineering, project management, and production teams to deliver

Qualifications

• 2+ years of mechanical design or drafting in a manufacturing or product development environment.
• Proficiency with 3D modeling, assemblies, drawings, sheet metal and weldments.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical components and assemblies using SolidWorks.
• Create and revise 3D CAD models, 2D drawings, BOMs, and manufacturing documentation.
• Develop sheet metal, weldment, and assembly designs to support production requirements.
• Review project specifications and submittal documentation to create and modify designs.
• Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and cross-functional teams to support project execution and on-time delivery.
• Implement design revisions based on shop floor feedback, redlines, and engineering changes.
• Maintain accurate design documentation and drawing revisions.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within engineering and manufacturing operations.

Skills

3D modeling

Assemblies

2D drawings

Sheet metal

Weldments

Documentation

SolidWorks

Education

Associate degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Drafting & Design, or a related field

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Work Arrangement: Hybrid (DFW-based travel required as needed)

Compensation: $30.00–$35.00 per hour

Position Overview

Wheeler Staffing Partners is seeking a skilled Mechanical Designer for a contract-to-hire opportunity in McKinney, Texas. This role is responsible for creating and modifying mechanical designs, 3D models, assemblies, and manufacturing drawings using SolidWorks to support engineering and production operations.

The ideal candidate will have experience in a manufacturing or product development environment, strong attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate with engineering, project management, and production teams to deliver high-quality design solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical components and assemblies using SolidWorks.
• Create and revise 3D CAD models, 2D drawings, bills of materials (BOMs), and manufacturing documentation.
• Develop sheet metal, weldment, and assembly designs to support production requirements.
• Review project specifications and submittal documentation to create and modify designs.
• Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and cross-functional teams to support project execution and on-time delivery.
• Implement design revisions based on shop floor feedback, redlines, and engineering changes.
• Maintain accurate design documentation and drawing revisions.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within engineering and manufacturing operations.

Qualifications

Required

• Associate degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Drafting & Design, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of mechanical design or drafting experience in a manufacturing or product development environment.
• Proficiency with 3D modeling, assemblies, drawings, sheet metal, and weldments.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing drawings, BOMs, and design documentation.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred

• Experience supporting fabrication, manufacturing, or power distribution projects.
• Experience collaborating with engineering and production teams in a fast-paced environment.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting and working on a computer.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds as needed.

Benefits Upon Conversion

• Competitive salary plus bonus potential.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off.