Project Design Engineer

Ses, Llc; Kentucky; On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) matching

Generous PTO

Student loan reimbursement

Sign-on bonus

Referral program

Job summary

SES (Steel Equipment Specialists) is seeking a full-time Mechanical Design Engineer to join our Alliance, Ohio team. You will design and lead mechanical systems for metals processing, creating 2D/3D drawings with Inventor/AutoCAD and managing BOM accuracy.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering (or substantial experience) and 5+ years in machine design, preferably in metals/heavy equipment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering preferred or substantial work experience.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in machine design, ideally metals/heavy equipment.
• Salary benchmarking and strong compensation alignment for experience.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical systems for metals processing and related industries.
• Lead mechanical system design from concept through release to meet client specifications.
• Create 2D/3D drawings using Autodesk Inventor and AutoCAD.
• Specify components and manage BOM accuracy.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to meet project goals and address design challenges.
• Optimize designs for efficiency, reliability, manufacturability and cost competitiveness.
• Handle multiple projects while maintaining high quality standards.
• Produce accurate 2D/3D drawings; Inventor training available if needed.
• Communicate effectively with SES team members in a collaborative environment.
• Thrive in a fast-paced, customer-focused setting.
• Perform basic machinery design calculations and assess system performance.
• Background knowledge of steel mill equipment and related processes is beneficial.
• Familiarity with hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical control systems is a plus.

Skills

Mechanical design

3D CAD

BOM management

Team collaboration

Customer focus

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

AutoCAD

Job description

Salary Range: $75,000.00 To $100,000.00 Annually

SES (Steel Equipment Specialists) is a leading player in the steel equipment manufacturing and engineering industry, committed to delivering top-quality products and services to our clients. With a strong dedication to innovation, design, and commissioning, we are seeking a full-time hands‑on Mechanical Design Engineer to join our growing team in Alliance, Ohio

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Design and develop custom-designed mechanical systems for metals, metals forming and related industries
• Lead the mechanical system design from concept through release, ensuring adherence to the client specifications.
• Create detailed mechanical drawings, schematics, and layouts primarily using Autodesk Inventor and AutoCAD in both 2D and 3D formats.
• Select and specify mechanical components and materials, managing bills of materials (BOM) to ensure accuracy.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to address design requirements, technical challenges, and support project goals.
• Optimize designs to enhance efficiency, reliability, manufacturability, cost-effectiveness, and competitiveness in the marketplace.
• Juggle multiple projects simultaneously while upholding high standards of quality.
• Proficient in producing 2D and 3D mechanical drawings, preferably with Autodesk Inventor or other equivalent 3D software. Training on Inventor is available for those proficient in other platforms.
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a team-oriented engineering environment.
• Strong communication skills are crucial; candidates should feel comfortable engaging in both written and verbal discourse with SES team members.
• Preparedness to thrive in a fast‑paced, customer‑focused setting.
• Highly motivated with a knack for developing innovative solutions that meet customer needs.
• Capable of performing basic machinery design calculations
• Background knowledge of steel mill equipment and related processes is beneficial.
• Familiarity with hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems, and electrical control systems is a plus.

Qualifications:

• A Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering is preferred, though candidates with substantial work experience will also be considered.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in machine design is required, ideally within the metals industry focusing on heavy equipment
• Steel Equipment Specialists actively benchmarks our employee positions to confirm we offer the most competitive of salaries and accurately scales commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance with Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield and Health Savings Account with company contributions
• 401(k) retirement plan with excellent company match
• Generous paid time off and holiday schedule
• Student Loan reimbursement opportunities to maximize earnings
• Sign on bonus as well as referral program, and multiple potentials for increases each year

Steel Equipment Specialists, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law. Join our team and help us maintain our commitment to excellence in the steel manufacturing and engineering industry! Your expertise and dedication will make a significant impact on our organization and contribute to the growth of our business, our employees, and our community.