Senior Mechanical Design Engineer – HVAC & Mobile Equipment

gpac; Ogden (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

gpac is seeking an experienced Design Engineer to join their growing engineering team. This role focuses on designing, developing, and improving mechanical systems for HVAC equipment, refrigeration, liquid transfer pump packages, and trailer-mounted equipment, from concept through production.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on engineer with 5+ years of mechanical design experience and proficiency in SolidWorks, BOMs, and engineering documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of mechanical product design experience.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, refrigeration, fluid handling, pump systems, and piping design.
• Proficiency with SolidWorks 3D CAD.
• Experience creating manufacturing drawings, BOMs, and engineering documentation.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and improve mechanical systems for HVAC, refrigeration, and pump equipment.
• Create 3D models, assemblies, and manufacturing drawings using SolidWorks.
• Maintain BOMs and engineering documentation.
• Design piping systems and trailer-mounted equipment.
• Collaborate with manufacturing to resolve issues and implement design improvements.
• Perform design verification testing and validate product performance.
• Support prototypes, testing, and product launches.
• Pursue cost reductions and value engineering opportunities.
• Ensure designs meet standards and customer expectations.

Skills

Mechanical design

SolidWorks

Engineering documentation

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks 3D CAD

Job description

gpac is seeking an experienced Design Engineer to join their growing engineering team. This role focuses on designing, developing, and improving mechanical systems for HVAC equipment, refrigeration, liquid transfer pump packages, and trailer-mounted equipment, from concept through production.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on engineer with 5+ years of mechanical design experience and proficiency in SolidWorks, BOMs, and engineering documentation.