Senior Mechanical Designer
About The Position
The Senior Mechanical Designer supports IEM’s engineering team in developing 3D models, creating 2D drawings, and managing Bills of Materials (BOMs) for medium voltage power distribution products. The role contributes to custom and standard mechanical designs and supports new product introduction (NPI), DTO, and engineering workflows. It emphasizes accurate, high-quality deliverables, manufacturability, attention to detail, and collaboration with engineers, manufacturing teams, and plant personnel. The position requires an associate degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent job experience and 1–3+ years of mechanical design experience, preferably in DTO or custom engineering. The designer helps refine designs, maintain documentation and drafting standards, support manufacturing and installation, and improve design processes.
Requirements
- Associate degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent job experience.
- 1–3+ years of experience in mechanical design, preferably in DTO or custom engineering.
- Proficiency with SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or Pro E.
- Strong attention to detail, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to collaborate across teams.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Nice To Haves
- Exposure to sheet metal design.
Responsibilities
- Develop advanced 3D models and detailed 2D fabrication drawings for custom and standard mechanical designs.
- Create, update, and maintain accurate Bills of Materials (BOMs) for assemblies and projects throughout project lifecycles.
- Collaborate with engineers to refine designs, ensure manufacturability, and meet project timelines.
- Support group and senior engineers with design expertise, design challenges, and workflow improvements.
- Conduct design reviews to ensure compliance with industry standards, internal benchmarks, and customer specifications.
- Create high-quality 3D models and client-facing drawings to support DTO and engineering workflows.
- Validate designs for manufacturability and compliance with specifications and industry standards.
- Conduct self-reviews and participate in peer reviews to maintain high-quality deliverables.
- Help improve drawing and documentation processes and maintain consistency across projects.
- Work with senior engineers, manufacturing teams, manufacturing engineers, and plant personnel to optimize designs for manufacturing.
- Assist in developing and implementing standards for drawing creation and BOM management.
- Provide technical support during manufacturing and installation, proactively addressing challenges.
Benefits
- Comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support employees’ well-being, growth, and long-term success.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Associate degree
