Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer

Design Hire • Portland, OR

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About The Position

Design Hire is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer for an established industrial equipment manufacturer that develops heavy-duty machinery for material-handling operations across the pulp and paper industry. The engineer will lead the design and development of specialized equipment used to handle, move, lift, rotate, and process large products and materials. The role offers the opportunity to contribute technical expertise, creative problem-solving, and hands-on project ownership within an engineering team.

The position leads mechanical engineering design initiatives from concept through final production, ensuring equipment meets performance expectations, manufacturing requirements, and customer specifications. It provides technical direction throughout the engineering lifecycle and collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to deliver reliable, efficient, and cost-effective machinery. The role includes project oversight from design and fabrication through installation, startup, commissioning, and customer handoff, with domestic and international travel as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline.
• 10+ years of professional experience designing and detailing industrial machinery or specialized equipment.
• Strong background in hydraulic and pneumatic system design.
• Experience developing heavy-duty machinery designed to handle large products and substantial operating loads.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, fabrication methods, and design-for-manufacturability principles.
• Ability to interpret technical specifications, engineering standards, and customer requirements.
• Proven project coordination and technical leadership skills, with the ability to manage multiple engineering priorities.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally for project kickoffs, equipment installations, and customer support.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed mechanical designs for industrial machinery, including strapping, wrapping, conveying, lifting, and bale- or roll-handling systems.
• Create and review engineering drawings, 3D models, assemblies, and technical documentation using CAD software.
• Perform engineering calculations, evaluate equipment loads, and ensure structural integrity and operational reliability.
• Coordinate with electrical engineers to integrate mechanical systems with automated controls and power-driven components.
• Oversee engineering projects from design and fabrication through equipment installation, startup, commissioning, and customer handoff.
• Travel domestically and internationally as required for project kickoffs, equipment installations, and customer support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior