Mechanical/Structural Design Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in safety solutions is seeking a Mechanical/Structural Design Engineer to join their Greenville team. The role involves designing innovative products, collaborating with sales and engineering teams, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering and relevant design experience. Join a dynamic team committed to delivering effective safety solutions in various industries.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years’ experience in structural/mechanical design or fabrication industry.
• EIT or PE is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop mechanical and structural solutions for customers.
• Perform load calculations for industrial safety structures.
• Manage multiple assignments, developing solutions.

Skills

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

RISA

Job description

Job Description

SixAxis designs and manufactures advanced products that increase safety and boost productivity around the globe. We innovate new products and processes for our customers that drive safer, smarter, and more effective solutions. Our company continues to grow, so we’re looking for a talented individual to join our Engineering Team as a Mechanical/Structural Design Engineer at our Greenville, SC office.

Position Summary

This position is responsible for designing and improving products such as gangways, structural platforms, stairs/ladders, and fall protection equipment. The engineer will work closely with the entire Engineering team, Sales personnel, and company leadership to drive innovation and solve customer problems. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Develop mechanical and structural solutions for customers in collaboration with Sales and company leadership.
2. Perform load calculations for industrial safety structures and related accessories (stairs, ladders, racks, etc.).
3. Manage multiple assignments, developing solutions from simple to highly complex.
4. Review, approve, and implement engineering standards, policies, and procedures.
5. Provide technical engineering input for estimating and bid proposals.
6. Interpret external codes, regulations, and specifications to assess their impact on designs.
7. Contribute to product setup/testing on new innovative solutions.
8. Utilize FEA simulations to design structural and mechanical components for custom safety solutions.
9. Coordinate securing PE stamps for respective states as needed.
10. Participate in managing larger mechanical/structural engineering projects.
11. Audit existing mechanical systems/solutions and recommend improvements.
12. Meet internal and external deadlines, communicate schedule variances to leadership.
13. Perform full lifecycle product development, including design, testing, manufacturing, and implementation.
14. Test and evaluate theoretical designs on new products.
15. Evaluate final product performance, reliability, and safety.
16. Estimate project budgets and scope; prepare reports and documentation.
17. Perform other duties as business needs require.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering; EIT or PE is a plus.
• 3-5 years’ experience in structural/mechanical design or fabrication industry.
• Project Management experience is a plus.
• SolidWorks modeling experience or other parametric modeling software.
• Experience using RISA or similar structural engineering software.

• Problem-solving aptitude, analytical skills, and highly organized.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work well in a team setting.

Company Overview

We’re proud of our innovative products and technology, but the exceptional people behind it are what set us apart. Our dynamic sales team serves customers worldwide, supporting the growth of safer and more efficient workplaces across various markets, from food & beverage to aerospace & defense. Our innovative systems reduce time-to-solution with a unique collaborative process involving sales, engineering, and manufacturing, delivering vital safety solutions.

Our patented products are made in America under the brands SafeRack, ErectAStep, and Upside Innovations. Despite our growth, we remain committed to keeping our company homegrown. While others outsource work overseas, we thrive domestically and globally through efficient processes, advanced technology, and a highly skilled team rooted in the United States.