Mechatronics Design Engineer

Alloy Engineering Company; Winston-Salem (NC); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Thermcraft, Inc. in Winston-Salem, NC, is seeking a versatile Mechatronics Design Engineer to lead product design, mechanical engineering, and electromechanical system development for industrial furnace and thermal processing equipment.

Strong SolidWorks modeling and BOM creation are essential as is a deep understanding of electrical components used in industrial settings. The ideal candidate will combine mechanical design expertise with knowledge of heaters, sensors, thermocouples, wiring and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in Mechatronics, Mechanical, Electrical or related engineering field.
• Strong problem-solving, organizational and cross-functional communication skills.
• 5+ years engineering experience in manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Engineering Design & Product Development: design mechanical assemblies and systems in SolidWorks and create detailed drawings and BOMs.
• Component Standardization: select preferred mechanical and electrical components to reduce variation and streamline purchasing.
• CAD & Engineering Documentation: maintain 3D models, drawings, configurable assemblies, and CAD libraries.
• Process Development: develop engineering standards and guidelines to improve design consistency and manufacturing efficiency.
• Continuous Improvement: identify cost-reduction and manufacturability improvements via value engineering.
• Manufacturing Support: collaborate with Production, Purchasing and Quality to resolve issues and support new product introductions.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration with Engineering, Operations, Sales and Supply Chain to improve product quality and customer satisfaction.

Skills

Problem solving

Cross-functional communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics/Mechanical/Electrical engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Mechatronics Design Engineer

Company: Thermcraft, Inc. | Location: Winston-Salem, North Carolina | Ownership: 100% Employee-Owned Company

Thermcraft, Inc., a 100% employee-owned manufacturer located in Winston-Salem, NC, is seeking a versatile Mechatronics Design Engineer to lead product design, mechanical engineering, electromechanical systems, CAD design, SolidWorks modeling, product standardization, and continuous improvement across our industrial furnace and thermal processing equipment product lines.

The ideal candidate combines strong mechanical design skills with a solid understanding of electrical components used in industrial equipment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Engineering Design & Product Development: Design mechanical assemblies and systems using SolidWorks while developing detailed engineering drawings and bills of materials. Apply a strong understanding of industrial electrical components—including heaters, sensors, thermocouples, wiring, relays, switches, and control components to ensure designs are functional, manufacturable, and standardized.
• Component Standardization: Evaluate existing products and establish preferred mechanical and electrical components to reduce part variation, simplify purchasing, improve serviceability, and promote reuse across product lines.
• CAD & Engineering Documentation: Create and maintain accurate 3D models, manufacturing drawings, configurable assemblies, engineering documentation, and standardized CAD libraries.
• Process Development: Develop engineering standards, design guidelines, and documentation processes that improve design consistency, reduce engineering time, and support efficient manufacturing.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to reduce cost and improve manufacturability through value engineering, product simplification, and increased utilization of obsolete and slow-moving inventory.
• Manufacturing Support: Collaborate with Production, Purchasing, and Quality to resolve manufacturing issues, improve assembly processes, and support new product introductions.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with Engineering, Operations, Sales, and Supply Chain to develop practical solutions that improve product quality, manufacturing efficiency, and customer satisfaction.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Experience: 5+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Software Proficiency: Advanced proficiency in SolidWorks and experience creating detailed engineering drawings and bills of materials.
• Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of mechanical design principles, industrial electrical components, manufacturing processes, and design for manufacturability (DFM).
• Continuous Improvement: Experience with Lean Manufacturing, process improvement, value engineering, and component standardization is preferred.
• Communication: Strong problem-solving, organizational, and cross-functional communication skills.