Staffing - Designer III

TALENT Software Services; City of Corning (NY); On-site; USD 41,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

TALENT Software Services seeks an experienced Mechanical Design Technician/Designer in Painted Post, NY for a 1-year, 100% on-site engagement. The role focuses half on design and half on installation, prototyping, and assembly, transforming concepts into manufacturable designs using SolidWorks and PDM.

Minimum HS diploma with 5 years hands-on mechanical design experience required; strong shop measurement skills and an independent, problem-solving mindset are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of HS Diploma. Degree not required.
• 5 years proven hands-on experience required.
• Proven capability in mechanical design, detailing, manufacturing support, and equipment development.
• Proficiency using SolidWorks and SolidWorks PDM.

Responsibilities

• Develop complete mechanical designs from sketches, concepts, and direction.
• Create 3D models, assemblies, and manufacturing drawings in SolidWorks.
• Generate and maintain BOMs and part specifications in SolidWorks PDM.
• Source and procure components with internal teams and external vendors.
• Interface with suppliers to specify and procure mechanical components.
• Apply tolerancing, fit, and manufacturability principles.
• Produce manufacturing-ready documentation for shops and vendors.
• Support prototype construction, assembly, and testing.
• Verify design intent through fit-up and assembly activities.
• Participate in design reviews and resolve technical issues.
• Maintain documentation and revision control throughout lifecycle.
• Support installation and commissioning activities as required.

Skills

Hands-on

Problem-solv­ing

Independent work

Communication

Education

HS Diploma

Tools

SolidWorks

SolidWorks PDM

Calipers

Micrometers

Indicators

Height gauges

Job description

Supervisor: Richard Hagan

Duration: 1 year, potential to extend

Location: Painted Post, NY

Max Bill Rate: ***/hr

Type: 100% On-Site

Travel: 0% travel is anticipated

Schedule: Typically 8AM-5PM, Mon-Fri but anticipate some longer/off-shift hours to support project needs.

Interview Process: 30 minute initial screening via teams, then 60 minute panel interview (presentation not required). Manager will consider nonlocal candidates willing to relocate at their own expense.

SPOTLIGHT CALL TO BE HELD WED, 9/23 AT 2:30PM EST!

Required Education/Experience

Minimum of HS Diploma. Degree not required. 5 years proven hands on experience required. Proven capability in mechanical design, detailing, manufacturing support, and equipment development is valued more than specific credentials.

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Technician or Mechanical Designer to support the development of custom equipment, fixtures, tooling, prototypes, and manufacturing systems.

The successful candidate will transform conceptual designs and engineering direction into complete, manufacturable mechanical designs ready for procurement, fabrication, assembly, and deployment.

This role requires strong practical mechanical design experience, expertise with SolidWorks and SolidWorks PDM, and a thorough understanding of manufacturing methods, mechanical components, tolerancing, assembly practices, and mechanical systems.

The position is highly hands-on and includes equipment assembly, fitting, troubleshooting, vendor interaction, and supporting procurement activities.

Practical experience, sound engineering judgment, and demonstrated design capability are valued more highly than formal educational qualifications.

This role is around 50% Design and 50% installation, prototyping, assembly, etc...

Key Responsibilities

• Develop complete mechanical designs from sketches, concepts, engineering direction, and preliminary layouts.
• Create detailed 3D models, assemblies, manufacturing drawings, fabrication drawings, and assembly documentation using SolidWorks.
• Generate and maintain bills of material (BOMs), part specifications, and engineering documentation within SolidWorks PDM.
• Select and specify purchased components, standard hardware, and commercial-off-the-shelf equipment appropriate for project requirements.
• Work closely with internal supply chain, procurement, and manufacturing personnel to source and procure components and equipment.
• Interface directly with external suppliers and vendors to identify, specify, quote, and procure mechanical components, assemblies, and fabricated equipment.
• Apply sound mechanical design principles including appropriate tolerance schemes, constraint methods, fit selection, manufacturability, maintainability, and assembly considerations.
• Produce manufacturing-ready documentation suitable for internal shops, external fabricators, and equipment vendors.
• Support prototype construction, assembly, fitting, debugging, troubleshooting, and design refinement activities.
• Verify design intent through fit-up, inspection, testing, and assembly activities.
• Participate in design reviews and collaborate with engineers, technicians, manufacturing personnel, and suppliers to resolve technical issues.
• Maintain accurate documentation, revision control, and drawing standards compliance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Support installation, startup, and commissioning activities as required.

Required Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience creating complete mechanical designs, manufacturing drawings, and assembly documentation for custom equipment, tooling, fixtures, machinery, or automation systems.
• Proficiency using SolidWorks for part modeling, assembly modeling, drafting, and design detailing.
• Experience using SolidWorks PDM or a similar engineering document management system.
• Strong understanding of mechanical design fundamentals including:
  • Tolerancing and fit selection
  • GD&T fundamentals
  • Constraint-based design
  • Assembly methods
  • Material selection
  • Manufacturability and fabrication practices
• Experience creating and managing BOMs and purchased component specifications.
• Hands‑on mechanical aptitude with the ability to assemble, modify, and troubleshoot mechanical systems.
• Proficiency using common shop measurement equipment including calipers, micrometers, indicators, height gages, and related inspection tools.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience designing equipment used in manufacturing, process development, laboratory environments, or production operations.
• Familiarity with standard industrial mechanical components including:
  • Linear bearings and guide systems
  • Rotary bearings and bearing supports
  • Lead screws and ball screws
  • Timing belt and pulley systems
  • Gearboxes and power transmission components
  • Pneumatic cylinders, valves, regulators, and controls
  • Hydraulic components and systems
  • Industrial hardware and fastening systems
  • Structural framing systems
  • Sensors, actuators, and motion control components
• Experience working directly with machine shops, fabrication vendors, and equipment suppliers.
• Familiarity with common engineering materials and manufacturing processes including machining, welding, sheet metal fabrication, additive manufacturing, and assembly operations.
• Experience supporting prototype development, equipment installation, and troubleshooting activities.
• Experience working within multidisciplinary engineering and manufacturing teams.

This is the pay range that Magnit reasonably expects to pay someone for this position, however, as a supplier your expected pay range may differ: ***/hour-***/hour. Benefits: It is recommended that employers include a general description of any health or compulsory benefits for compliance with Pay Transparency laws.