Senior Mechanical Design & NPD Leader

TekWissen ®; Salem (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

TekWissen Group is seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to lead end-to-end product development for a high-performance engineering environment in Salem, Virginia.

You will collaborate with design engineering teams, apply SolidWorks and 2D drafting, and own projects from concept through production, while ensuring GD&T, materials, and manufacturing processes are properly integrated. The role emphasizes leadership, problem solving, and cross-functional communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (ABET-accredited).
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Leadership and project ownership in prior work.
• Strong time management and communication/collaboration abilities.
• Self-motivated with an ownership mindset.
• 8+ years experience in mechanical design and product development.
• 8+ years experience using 3D CAD (SolidWorks preferred).
• Proven track record managing projects from concept to production.
• Solid understanding of GD&T, tolerancing analysis, materials and manufacturing processes, and DFM/DFA.
• Passion for high-performance engineered products.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end new product development projects, delivering results on time and within budget.
• Define clear project objectives aligned with technical and business requirements.
• Develop and manage project plans, timelines, and resources.
• Drive accountability across cross-functional teams.
• Proactively identify challenges and implement creative, effective solutions.
• Create innovative, manufacturable designs for components in demanding environments.
• Transform concepts into robust engineering solutions using SolidWorks and 2D drafting tools.
• Ensure designs meet customer, regulatory, and performance requirements.
• Continuously seek improvements in performance, cost, and reliability.
• Design and execute engineering validation tests for performance, durability, and compliance.
• Analyze test data and implement design improvements.
• Document test plans and outcomes clearly and accurately.
• Define production test requirements and resolve design issues efficiently.
• Research and select qualified suppliers to support innovation and product needs.
• Incorporate customer and operational feedback into product enhancements.
• Apply Lean principles to eliminate waste and improve design-to-production flow.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation and product literature.
• Clearly communicate design intent, risks, and progress to stakeholders.
• You may also be asked to perform other duties outside of your function or trade, for which adequate training will be provided if necessary.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Leadership

Project ownership

Time management

Communication skills

Ownership mindset

Design experience

3D CAD SolidWorks

GD&T knowledge

DFM/DFA

Materials knowledge

High-performance focus

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (ABET-accredited)

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

TekWissen Group is seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to lead end-to-end product development for a high-performance engineering environment in Salem, Virginia.

You will collaborate with design engineering teams, apply SolidWorks and 2D drafting, and own projects from concept through production, while ensuring GD&T, materials, and manufacturing processes are properly integrated. The role emphasizes leadership, problem solving, and cross-functional communication.