Mechanical Engineer

Creative Engineers Inc.; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Creative Engineers Inc. in Greenville, SC is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design, develop, and improve mechanical systems for pilot plants and specialized process operations.

This on-site, full-time role involves creating CAD drawings, performing calculations, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure design integrity and safety. The position requires ABET-accredited ME degree (US) and an Engineer-in-Training certificate, plus strong communication and teamwork.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited bachelor degree in mechanical engineering (US school).
• Excellent verbal and written communication; client-facing role.
• Proficient CAD: Autodesk Inventor, SolidWorks, SolidEdge, etc.
• Ability to work with large 3D modeling assemblies with detail levels.
• Perform structural, thermal, and fluid calculations for design decisions.
• Proficient in static structural and thermal analysis using Inventor/SolidWorks.
• Onsite work in Greenville, SC or New Freedom, PA with some travel.
• Project management experience and coordination with vendors.

Responsibilities

• CAD, BOM, and drawing package development.
• ASME code calculations, structural and thermal analyses.
• Project management, customer communication, and team coordination.

Skills

Client facing communication

Project management

Team collaboration

Travel readiness

On-site work readiness

Education

ABET-accredited ME degree

Engineer-in-Training (EI) certification

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

SolidWorks

SolidEdge

Excel

Job description

Role Description

The Mechanical Engineer will work on-site in Greenville, SC in a full-time capacity, contributing to the design, development, and improvement of mechanical systems and equipment used in pilot plants and specialized process operations. Day-to-day responsibilities include creating and reviewing mechanical designs, performing calculations, preparing detailed CAD drawings, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure design integrity and safety. The role involves supporting research and development activities, troubleshooting mechanical issues, and optimizing existing equipment and processes for performance and reliability. The Mechanical Engineer will also assist with project planning, documentation, and coordination with vendors and fabrication partners to ensure timely and accurate implementation of engineering solutions.

Division of duties:

• CAD, BOM, and drawing package development - 40%
• ASME code calculations, structural analysis, thermal analysis - 40%
• Project management, customer communication, team coordination - 20%

Minimum Required Qualifications. If you do not meet all of these please do not apply.

• Bachelor’s in mechanical engineering or mechanical engineering technology from an ABET accredited US school.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. This position is client facing.
• Proficiency in Computer-Aided Design (CAD) using Autodesk Inventor, SolidWorks, SolidEdge, etc.
• Ability to work with large 3D modeling assemblies requiring variable levels of detail.
• Ability to perform in-depth structural, thermal, and fluid calculations to support design decisions.
• Proficient in static structural and thermal analysis using Inventor/SolidWorks.
• Ability to work onsite in New Freedom, PA or Greeneville, SC. Working from Greeneville, SC will require occasional travel to New Freedom, PA.
• Ability to work in a small, multi-disciplinary, team in a hands-on Research and Development (R&D) environment.
• Experience in Project Management.
• Ability to travel internationally and domestically to client sites up to 10%.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident due to export-controlled programs.
• Have a current US Passport and US driver's license.
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screen for initial hiring.
• Current Engineer-in-Training or EI certificate with plans to get Professional Engineer license
• Experience with ASME B31 and BPVC code calculations using Excel, hand calculations, and common tools.
• Experience with designing equipment to handle hazardous materials such as flammables, toxics and water reactive.
• Experience designing skids, frames, pressure piping, and pressure vessels