Mechanical Designer

Virtual Company; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 47,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The Fountain Group seeks a Mechanical Designer in Wilmington, NC to create and refine equipment designs using AutoCAD and Inventor, aligning with drafting standards and production needs. This onsite, 7-month assignment offers full-time hours with overtime during peak periods.

You will collaborate across teams to deliver detailed drawings, BOMs, and specifications, perform basic calculations, and contribute to cost reductions and improved layouts in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or BS in mechanical engineering/technology is required.
• 3–5 years of professional mechanical design experience.
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics and translate engineering solutions into equipment design.
• Commitment to job site safety.

Responsibilities

• Design mechanical equipment and layouts using AutoCAD and Inventor.
• Produce detailed drawings, build packages, BOMs, illustrations, and specifications for production systems.
• Redesign components to reduce costs and resolve interferences.
• Execute design changes to meet functional and performance requirements.
• Provide sketches and marked-up drawings for evolving project needs.
• Perform basic design calculations (statics, hydraulics, power transmission).

Skills

AutoCAD

Inventor

Electrical schematics

Machining & fabrication

Drafting standards

Statics

Education

Associate’s degree (AAS) in Mechanical Engineering Technology

Bachelor’s degree (BS) in Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Engineering Technology

Job description

Mechanical Designer

Pay: $36-34 Duration: 7 months Location: Wilmington, NC, Onsite

Work Schedule: 40 hours/week. Flexibility is required, with occasional overtime (10–20 hours per week) during peak project periods.

Role Summary

We are seeking Mechanical Designer to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for creating and refining mechanical equipment designs and layouts using advanced CAD tools, ensuring strict adherence to Machine Drafting Standards. Your work will directly contribute to optimizing production systems, resolving design challenges, and delivering innovative solutions. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background, exceptional problem-solving skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver mechanical equipment designs and layouts using AutoCAD® and Inventor, ensuring compliance with drafting standards.
• Produce and maintain detailed drawing packages, build packages, machine part lists, illustrations, and equipment specifications for production systems.
• Redesign mechanical components to reduce installation costs, resolve equipment interferences, and correct design deficiencies.
• Execute design changes to address equipment or process challenges, ensuring all designs meet functional and performance requirements.
• Provide detailed sketches and marked-up drawings to address evolving project needs.
• Perform elementary design calculations (e.g., statics, hydraulics, power transmission) to support both new designs and modifications of existing systems.

Required Education & Skills

• Associate’s degree (AAS) in Mechanical Engineering Technology or a Bachelor’s degree (BS) in Mechanical Engineering Technology or Mechanical Engineering.
• A minimum of 3–5 years of professional experience in mechanical design, preferably in an industrial or manufacturing setting. Ability to interpret electrical schematics and translate engineering solutions into equipment design requirements.
• Demonstrated commitment to job site safety.
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes, including machining and fabrication, to ensure efficient and practical designs.

Desired Skills

• Highly motivated and results-oriented professional with excellent organizational skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing project requirements.
• Comfortable working in small teams and collaborating across departments to meet deadlines.
• Experience with precision measurement tools (e.g., tape measures, calipers, micrometers).

Travel Requirements

Occasional travel may be required to vendor locations to gather equipment-related information; travel is expected to be minimal.

Travel will be required to Optical Fiber and Cable Manufacturing sites in North Carolina.