Mechanical Engineer I

Ducommun, Inc.; Carson (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Ducommun, Inc. in Carson, California is seeking an entry-level Mechanical Engineer I to design and develop electro‑mechanical components for industrial applications in collaboration with manufacturing teams.

The role focuses on improving performance, durability, and manufacturability while controlling costs. Requirements include 1–3 years of design experience, solid modeling skills (SolidWorks preferred), GD&T familiarity, and the ability to interpret customer specifications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university/college in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.
• Minimum 1–3 years of relevant experience.
• US Person or Permanent Resident.
• Electro-Mechanical design experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electro-mechanical components for industrial applications.
• Support manufacturability optimization with cross-functional teams to improve performance and costs.
• Interpret customer specifications and apply to design requirements.
• Contribute to quality control and maintain engineering documentation.

Skills

Solid modeling

Cross-functional communication

Quality control

Analytical thinking

Written communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Stress/thermal analysis software

Job description

Mechanical Engineer I

An entry level position for an innovative
Mechanical Engineer with 1-3 years of experience in designing and developing
mechanical components for industrial applications. The role includes but is not
limited to supporting the development of new electro-mechanical products and increasing
the efficiency, costs, and durability of existing products. The position
requires a skilled individual in quality control, and cross-functional communication.
The position is in the design group that collaborates with manufacturing teams to
ensure designs are optimized for manufacturability and performance. .

Who are we?

Founded in 1849, Ducommun is the oldest company in California. Starting as a hardware supply store during the California Gold Rush and eventually assisted in the birth of the aerospace industry in Southern California by providing aircraft aluminum to early aerospace pioneers like Lindbergh, Douglas and Lockheed.

Today Ducommun is a global provider of innovative manufacturing solutions for customers in the aerospace, defense and industrial markets. We specialize in electronic and structural systems, producing complex products and components for commercial aircraft platforms, mission‑critical military and space programs, and sophisticated industrial applications.

Job Summary

• Motivated self-starter with ability to
  work in fast‑passed environment.
  
• Demonstrated
  ability to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously.
  
• Demonstrated solid modeling skills; SolidWorks
  preferred.
  
• Ability to interpret customer specification and
  apply to design requirements.
  
• Advanced problem‑solving and critical thinking
  skills.
  
• Ability to contribute to design meetings with a
  focus on clear and constructive actions.
  
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
  
• Strong oral and written communication
  skills.
  
• Knowledge of sheet metal and machine parts
  design is preferred.
  
• Knowledge of software for stress, thermal
  analysis is preferred.
  
• Knowledge of GD&T to account for form, fit,
  function, and tolerancing stack‑up is preferred.
  
• Knowledge of engineering documents such as
  drawings, test procedures, engineering change orders.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Electro-Mechanical design experience a
  plus.
  
• Must be US Person or Permanent Resident.

Required Experience and Education

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university/college in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.
• Minimum appropriate experience (1-3 years) in relevant markets.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Veterans/Disabled

23301 S. Wilmington Ave
Carson, California, 90745
United States