Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - Lead Innovation

80/20 LLC; Columbia City (IN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

80/20 LLC in Indiana seeks a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to lead development of complex mechanical systems from concept through production.

You will collaborate across Marketing, Sales, Manufacturing and Engineering while delivering high-quality, cost-effective designs. The role requires hands-on problem solving and strong CAD skills.

Responsibilities include design reviews, documentation, and driving projects to meet performance, quality, and manufacturability goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field from an accredited institution.
• 8–12 years of mechanical design engineering experience.
• Proficiency with CAD software: SolidWorks, Inventor, or AutoCAD.
• Strong GD&T, DFM, DFA knowledge and root cause analysis.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop innovative mechanical solutions from concept to production.
• Create detailed drawings, 3D models, BOMs, and docs.
• Evaluate requirements for feasibility and alignment with goals.
• Conduct research and benchmarking to support development.
• Present design concepts and project updates to management.
• Test and improve products through prototyping and validation.
• Prepare engineering reports and design reviews.
• Collaborate with Marketing, Sales, Manufacturing, and Engineering.

Skills

Mechanical design

GD&T

DFM

DFA

Root cause analysis

Problem solving

Independent work

Communication

Project management

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Master's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

SolidWorks

Autodesk Inventor

AutoCAD

Job description

80/20 LLC in Indiana seeks a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to lead development of complex mechanical systems from concept through production.

You will collaborate across Marketing, Sales, Manufacturing and Engineering while delivering high-quality, cost-effective designs. The role requires hands-on problem solving and strong CAD skills.

Responsibilities include design reviews, documentation, and driving projects to meet performance, quality, and manufacturability goals.