Mechanical Engineer - Mechanical Engineer III

Apex Systems; Seattle, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 69,000 - 77,000; Part time

Job summary

Everforth Apex Systems is seeking an Application Engineer to serve as the technical bridge between customers and manufacturing operations in Seattle. You will manage customer quotes, production planning, and DF M input across additive, CNC, welding, sheet metal, powder coating, and assembly processes.

The role requires 3+ years across multiple manufacturing modalities, CAD proficiency, and strong cost estimation skills.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of manufacturing experience across multiple processes.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings with GD&T.
• Experience with at least two manufacturing modalities and CAD tooling.

Responsibilities

• Review customer requirements and drawings to assess feasibility across manufacturing modalities.
• Generate quotes with material costs, labor estimates, and lead times for complex multi‑process projects.
• Provide DF M feedback to optimize parts for various processes and refine designs with customers.
• Plan and schedule jobs across processes to optimize throughput and meet delivery commitments.
• Prepare manufacturing files, including 3D printing prep, CNC coordination, and sheet metal nesting.
• Conduct capacity planning to balance demand with resources.
• Collaborate with managers to ensure smooth quote-to-production transitions.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Multimodal manufacturing

3D CAD proficiency

GD&T reading

Cost estimation

Tools

Mastercam

ESPRIT

SolidWorks

Fusion 360

Job description

# Application EngineerApply**Job#: 3052889****Job Description:**Application Engineer**Location:** Seattle, Washington (Onsite)Role OverviewAn Application Engineer is sought to serve as the technical bridge between customers and manufacturing operations. This role involves managing the customer quoting process, production planning, and design for manufacturability (DFM) consultation for projects across various manufacturing capabilities, including additive manufacturing, CNC machining, welding, sheet metal fabrication, powder coating, and assembly. This position requires broad technical knowledge of multiple manufacturing processes and the ability to translate customer requirements into executable production plans.Key Responsibilities* Review customer requirements and technical drawings to assess project feasibility across all manufacturing modalities.* Generate quotes including material costs, labor estimates, and lead times for complex multi-process projects.* Provide design for manufacturability (DFM) feedback to optimize parts for various manufacturing processes.* Recommend optimal manufacturing processes based on part geometry, tolerances, materials, cost, and lead time requirements.* Collaborate with customers to refine designs and specifications.* Prepare manufacturing files, including 3D printing build prep, CNC programming coordination, and sheet metal nesting.* Plan and schedule jobs across multiple manufacturing processes to optimize throughput and meet delivery commitments.* Conduct capacity planning to balance customer demand with available manufacturing resources.* Analyze part geometry to determine the optimal manufacturing approach.* Partner with manufacturing managers to ensure a smooth transition from quote to production.Required Qualifications* 3+ years of manufacturing experience with exposure to multiple processes.* Knowledge of at least two manufacturing modalities (additive manufacturing, CNC machining, welding, sheet metal fabrication, or assembly).* Proficiency with 3D CAD software and manufacturing preparation tools.* Demonstrated ability to read and interpret technical drawings and GD&T.* Analytical skills for cost estimation and capacity planning.Preferred Qualifications* 5+ years of manufacturing experience across multiple modalities.* Experience in contract manufacturing or customer-facing technical roles.* Familiarity with design for manufacturing (DFM) and design for additive manufacturing (DfAM) principles.* Knowledge of CNC programming and CAM software (Mastercam, ESPRIT, or similar).* Understanding of welding processes, sheet metal fabrication techniques, and surface finishing.* Project management experience with multiple concurrent projects.* Proficiency with CAD software (SolidWorks, Fusion 360, or similar).* Verbal and written communication skills for customer interactions. *Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.**Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Everforth Apex and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy at https://www.apexsystems.com/privacy-policy**Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.**Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.**If you require an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in an interview with a virtual recruiter or to use our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [e-mail] or 804-523-8228. Please note that this contact information is strictly to be used for medical ADA accommodations and that no other inquiries will be answered.**UnitedHealthcare creates and publishes the Transparency in Coverage Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Everforth Apex Systems.***Employee Type:** Contract**Location:** Seattle, WA, US**Job Type:** Engineering and Technicians**Date Posted:** September 21, 2026**Pay Range:** $50 - $56 per hour