Mechanical Designer

GEM EQUIPMENT OF OREGON INC•Mount Angel, OR

6d•$5,000 - $5,416•Onsite

About The Position

The Mechanical Designer creates detailed 2D AutoCAD drawings for equipment fabrication, including sheet metal flat patterns and machining details. The designer works from reference drawings and provided machine designs and follows standard GEM design practices for parts and prints. The role includes checking project progress and accuracy in the shop and providing field support as required. The position is based at the Mt. Angel Plant in Mt. Angel, Oregon, is full-time, and requires up to 25% travel. It is a day-shift position with a stated salary range of $5,000 to $5,416 per month. The role has no management responsibilities. The employee is expected to produce accurate, clear drawings; manage assigned work through timely and organized workflows; communicate and collaborate professionally with engineers, team leads, project engineers, and production teams; follow safety practices; and maintain punctual, regular, predictable attendance. The position requires working independently with minimal supervision as well as collaboratively, and following direction from the manager. Physical requirements include sitting 7–8 hours per day; standing and walking for less than one hour per day; and lifting, carrying, and pushing or pulling up to 50 pounds. The work environment is inside 95% of the time and outside 5% of the time. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
One to three years of experience in a drafting or mechanical design role; manufacturing or fabrication experience is preferred.
Proficiency in 2D drafting using AutoCAD, including creating accurate, fabrication-ready technical drawings.
Experience with 3D modeling software such as Inventor or SolidWorks.
Understanding of sheet metal design and machining details, including flat pattern development.
Knowledge of mechanical drafting standards, including third-angle projection, section views, scaling, and dimensioning.
Foundational understanding of machining and the manufacturing process.
Basic knowledge of mechanical systems, layout, and design principles.
Ability to follow instructions effectively from a Team Lead and Project Engineer.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and collaboratively within a team.
Skill using Microsoft Office applications and email communication tools.
Ability to maintain positive and professional working relationships across departments and with colleagues.
Ability to perform essential duties satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation, without posing a direct threat to the health or safety of oneself or others.

Nice To Haves

An associate’s degree in Mechanical Design, Drafting Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment.

Responsibilities

Create clear, easy-to-understand technical drawings.
Ensure drawings are accurate and align with GEM Equipment standards.
Apply third-angle projection, section views, bills of materials (BOM), scaling, and proper dimensioning in drawings.
Use standard prints and drawings supplied by Engineers, Team Leads, and Project Engineers as references.
Take ownership of assigned projects and complete them on time through an organized and effective workflow.
Perform periodic shop checks to verify project accuracy and progress.
Provide field support as required.
Access and use the company database to retrieve information on specific parts.
Communicate questions and concerns clearly and professionally with Engineers, Team Leads, and Project Engineers.
Collaborate with production teams to address issues, concerns, and design changes in coordination with an Engineer, Team Lead, or Project Engineer.
Maintain a strong safety record and adhere to safety protocols and practices.
Maintain punctual, regular, and predictable attendance.
Work collaboratively with colleagues and respectfully take direction from the manager.
Perform other duties as assigned.