Mechanical Engineer

Douglas Manufacturing Co.; Alabama; On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Douglas Manufacturing Co. in Alabama is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join our engineering team.

You will design components and assemblies, support quoting and manufacturing, and help bring ideas from concept to production on the floor. You will create 2D drawings and 3D models (SolidWorks preferred), develop BOMs and routings in AX/D365, and work with Production to ensure accurate documentation and cost inputs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent).
• 5+ years of mechanical engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with CAD tools (SolidWorks preferred) and strong engineering documentation.
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office and ERP familiarity.
• Ability to communicate effectively with internal stakeholders and customers.
• Demonstrated reliability and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-moving environment.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain 2D drawings and 3D models (SolidWorks preferred) with detailed manufacturing prints and revisions.
• Support new product development, R&D efforts, and engineering changes for existing products.
• Provide product selection and application support to internal teams and customers; assist with troubleshooting and problem resolution.
• Work with Production leadership to ensure shop teams have current drawings, specifications, and documentation needed to build orders correctly.

Skills

Communication

Multitasking

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Microsoft AX

Dynamics 365

Excel

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Mechanical Engineer

Department: Engineering & Manufacturing
Reports To: Chief Engineer
FLSA Status: Exempt
Location: On-site (manufacturing environment)
Travel: Occasional (domestic; international may be required)

Position Summary

Join our engineering team and help build the products that keep bulk material moving. As a Mechanical Engineer, you’ll take ideas from concept to production—designing components and assemblies, supporting application and quoting, and partnering with manufacturing to turn solid engineering into reliable, high-quality product on the floor. This role offers hands‑on involvement in new product development, continuous improvement, and D365 data accuracy (BOMs/routings/cost inputs) that directly impacts execution, margins, and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

Engineering, Design, and Product Support

• Create and maintain 2D drawings and 3D models (SolidWorks preferred), including detailed manufacturing prints and revisions.
• Support new product development, R&D efforts, and engineering changes for existing products.
• Provide product selection and application support to internal teams and customers; assist with troubleshooting and problem resolution.
• Work with Production leadership to ensure shop teams have current drawings, specifications, and documentation needed to build orders correctly.

Costing, Quoting, and ERP Data Integrity

• Develop and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs) and production routes within Microsoft AX & Dynamics 365 (AX/D365).
• Conduct and evaluate time studies to establish and improve labor standards and routing accuracy.
• Support estimating inputs for costs and selling price development (materials, labor, routing assumptions, etc.).
• Use analytical tools (Excel and related systems) to evaluate product cost drivers and recommend improvements.

Manufacturing and Process Support

• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Purchasing, and Quality to improve product build consistency and address quality concerns.
• Program CNC equipment as required, including G-code programming, to support internal manufacturing needs.
• Participate in training and continuous improvement initiatives and support other technical assignments as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience).
• 5+ years of mechanical engineering experience in a manufacturing environment (preferred; will consider equivalent experience).
• Proficiency with CAD tools (SolidWorks preferred) and strong working knowledge of standard engineering documentation.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and comfort working in ERP systems.
• Ability to communicate effectively with internal stakeholders and customers (written and verbal).
• Demonstrated reliability, strong work ethic, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-moving environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience creating and maintaining BOMs and routings in Microsoft AX & Dynamics 365 (or similar ERP).
• Experience performing time studies and translating results into routings/standards.
• CNC programming experience (including G-code) and familiarity with machining/manufacturing processes.
• Conveyor components or industrial product experience (application engineering exposure is a plus).

Work Environment

This role is primarily office-based with regular interaction on the manufacturing floor. The employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, elevated work areas, temperature extremes (non-weather), outdoor weather conditions, and moderate noise levels.

Company Description

Rulmeca Douglas is a leading manufacturer of conveyor components, delivering high-quality solutions with innovation and precision.
As part of the global Rulmeca Group, we offer the stability of an industry leader with the agility of a growing company.
Our team-focused culture, competitive pay, and excellent benefits make us a top choice for career growth and development.
Join us and be part of a company that values your skills, invests in your future, and drives excellence in manufacturing!

Company Description

Rulmeca