Mechanical Engineer I

Clopay•Mason, OH

5d•$70,000 - $80,000•Onsite

About The Position

Ignite your engineering career at Clopay, a leading manufacturer of Security Closure Products in Mason, OH. We are seeking a creative Design Engineer I to join our New Product Development team, where you will blend R&D, analysis, and hands-on prototyping to bring new designs to life. This role is your gateway to mastering the product lifecycle, from 3D parametric modeling and rigorous testing to executing the engineering changes that drive our manufacturing. Come join us and turn your technical skills into tangible innovations.

Requirements

A Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or AS + 5 years exp) with strong proficiency in 3D Solid Modeling and MS Office.
A collaborative communicator who can independently prioritize tasks and is comfortable using hand/power tools to build what you design.

Nice To Haves

3+ years in the field, specifically with ECOs, Autodesk Inventor, or the door/building products industry.
A track record designing sheet metal, aluminum extrusions, or injection molded components using modern fabrication methods.

Responsibilities

Design & Validate: Collaborate with Project Engineers to develop overhead door systems using Autodesk Inventor for 3D parametric modeling, while performing critical analyses (FEA, wind load) to ensure structural integrity.
Bridge to Manufacturing: Master internal systems to edit BOMs and order parts, implementing designs into our ERP system via Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) and developing engineering standards.
Hands-On Innovation: Work with technicians to build and test prototypes, maintaining the shop area and contributing directly to new product ideas and installation instructions.