Senior Mechanical Designer

Manpower, Inc.; Owatonna (MN); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Manpower, Inc. is seeking a Senior Mechanical Designer to lead the design and execution of custom engineered products from concept through manufacturing in Owatonna, MN.

This role collaborates with Sales, Project Management, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Installation teams to deliver projects accurately, efficiently, and on schedule. Responsibilities include creating detailed mechanical designs, drawings, BOMs, and 3D models; reviewing work for accuracy and manufacturability; and supporting

Qualifications

• Associate Degree or Technical Certificate in Mechanical Drafting, Mechanical Design, or a related field.
• 5+ years of mechanical design, product design, or project design experience.
• Strong design-for-manufacturing (DFM) knowledge, including BOM creation and manufacturing processes.
• Expert ability to read and interpret mechanical and architectural drawings.
• Proficiency with 3D CAD software; SolidWorks experience preferred.
• Experience with AutoCAD and familiarity with Revit/Navisworks is a plus.
• Strong communication, project coordination, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Create and develop detailed mechanical designs, drawings, BOMs, and 3D models.
• Review and validate design work for accuracy, consistency, manufacturability, and adherence to company standards.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to define project requirements and support successful project execution.
• Serve as a technical resource for Manufacturing, Sales, and other stakeholders by interpreting drawings and design documentation.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex design and production challenges.
• Perform engineering calculations related to strength, stress, weight distribution, tolerances, and material selection as needed.
• Maintain project documentation, design records, and engineering changes throughout the project lifecycle.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, product reviews, and quality discussions.

Skills

5+ years of mechanical design

DFM knowledge

Reading/interpretation of drawings

Strong communication

Education

Associate degree or technical certificate in mechanical drafting/design

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Revit/Navisworks

Job description

Our client is seeking a Senior Mechanical Designer to lead the design and execution of custom engineered products and systems from concept through manufacturing. This role works closely with Sales, Project Management, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Installation teams to ensure projects are delivered accurately, efficiently, and on schedule.
Job Title: Senior Mechanical Designer
Location: Owatonna, MN
Salary: 30-35hr

Responsibilities

• Create and develop detailed mechanical designs, drawings, BOMs, and 3D models.
• Review and validate design work for accuracy, consistency, manufacturability, and adherence to company standards.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to define project requirements and support successful project execution.
• Serve as a technical resource for Manufacturing, Sales, and other stakeholders by interpreting drawings and design documentation.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex design and production challenges.
• Perform engineering calculations related to strength, stress, weight distribution, tolerances, and material selection as needed.
• Maintain project documentation, design records, and engineering changes throughout the project lifecycle.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, product reviews, and quality discussions.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree or Technical Certificate in Mechanical Drafting, Mechanical Design, or a related field.
• 5+ years of mechanical design, product design, or project design experience.
• Strong design-for-manufacturing (DFM) knowledge, including BOM creation and manufacturing processes.
• Expert ability to read and interpret mechanical and architectural drawings.
• Proficiency with 3D CAD software; SolidWorks experience preferred.
• Experience with AutoCAD and familiarity with Revit/Navisworks is a plus.
• Strong communication, project coordination, and problem-solving skills.