Mechanical Design Engineer I/II/III

Z1 MOTORSPORTS INC • Carrollton, GA

1h • Onsite

About The Position

Enthusiast Auto Holdings (EAH) is a successful e-commerce company in the automotive aftermarket parts industry, operating ten enthusiast-focused websites. EAH serves automotive enthusiasts and specialty installer shops by providing parts, content, knowledge, and support. The company is owned by Cortec Group, a private equity firm, and has invested significantly in expanding its operations and systems. EAH is seeking a Mechanical Engineer I/II/III to develop innovative aftermarket products for Nissan and Infiniti vehicles at Z1 Motorsports in Carrollton, GA. This role is responsible for the entire product development lifecycle, including reverse engineering, CAD design, simulation, prototyping, validation testing, manufacturing release, and continuous product improvement. The ideal candidate will possess strong engineering fundamentals, hands-on automotive experience, and a passion for performance vehicles. Engineers at Z1 collaborate with Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Quality Control, Marketing, and Product Lifecycle teams. This role requires a deep enthusiasm for CAD modeling, hands-on prototyping, and the automotive aftermarket.

Requirements

• Passion for performance vehicles and automotive modification
• BS in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience
• Proficiency in SolidWorks, including CAD modeling and drawing creation
• Strong understanding of GD&T and manufacturing processes
• Experience using 3D printing for prototyping and validation
• Skilled in Microsoft Office and general PC usage
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, results-driven environment

Nice To Haves

• Participation in drifting or other motorsports activities
• Experience with 3D scanning, metrology, and reverse engineering
• Experience with SolidWorks Simulation and finite element analysis
• Hands-on experience with welding, metal fabrication, and machining (manual/CNC)
• Knowledge of automotive electronics, wiring, and vehicle integration

Responsibilities

• Perform feasibility studies on new product ideas and establish development timelines
• Use in-house 3D scanners to reverse engineer the packaging envelope for new products and set up a CAD model environment using PolyWorks and SolidWorks
• Develop component and assembly CAD models in SolidWorks
• Use in-house 3D printers to print components for test fitment and, if applicable, on-vehicle use
• Create complete Bills of Materials for products and sub-assemblies with great attention to detail
• Present design reviews to engineering staff and others to seek design approval
• Use SolidWorks to create manufacturing drawings for components and assemblies
• Create sample validation plans and perform rigorous validation of sample products
• Work with Quality Control to establish quality standards for new products

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree