Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Genuine Search Group; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer in Birmingham, Alabama. The ideal candidate will have over 6 years of experience in the automotive and conveyance industries, leading design projects from concept to production. Responsibilities include designing mechanical systems and collaborating with cross-functional teams. This full-time position offers a salary range of $100,000 to $140,000 per year.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of mechanical design experience.
• Proven track record in automotive or conveyance sectors.
• Relevant certifications or licenses a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical systems for production and R&D.
• Lead project planning and technical direction.
• Ensure compliance with design standards and industry regulations.

Skills

Mechanical design

Project management

AutoCAD Inventor

CATIA

MicroStation

GD&T

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Inventor

CATIA

MicroStation

Job description

We’re looking for a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer with 6+ years of experience in the automotive and/or conveyance industries. This role involves leading mechanical design projects from concept through production, collaborating with internal teams and external partners, and ensuring timely, on-budget delivery of high-quality solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical systems, tooling, and equipment for production and R&D.
• Lead project planning, execution, and technical direction.
• Produce detailed designs using AutoCAD Inventor, CATIA, and MicroStation.
• Support installation, integration, and testing of mechanical systems.
• Collaborate with controls engineers, vendors, and field teams.
• Ensure compliance with design standards, GD&T, and industry regulations.
• Prepare technical reports and present findings to stakeholders.
• Travel up to 25% as needed for project support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 6+ years of mechanical design experience.
• Proven track record in the automotive or conveyance sectors.
• Strong knowledge of CAD tools, GD&T, and engineering fundamentals.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams and external partners.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Relevant certifications or licenses a plus.

This is a hands-on, leadership role ideal for a seasoned engineer ready to make a significant impact across multiple projects.

Base pay range: $100,000.00/yr - $140,000.00/yr

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time