Design Engineer Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Precision Engineering, Mechatronics, Electromechanical Engineering, or a related engineering field.
• Entry-level to 2 years of relevant engineering experience in machine design, equipment development, product development, manufacturing engineering, or a related area; relevant co-op, internship, research, or project experience may be considered.
• Demonstrated application of mechanical engineering fundamentals through academic projects, internships, co-op assignments, research, or professional work.
• Foundational experience designing mechanical components, fixtures, tooling, or equipment through academic, internship, co-op, research, or professional work.
• Working knowledge of statics, dynamics, materials, machine elements, manufacturing processes, fits, tolerances, and basic measurement principles.
• Ability to create and interpret engineering drawings and apply dimensioning and tolerancing practices.
• Experience using CAD software.
• Ability to perform basic engineering calculations, organize technical information, and use data to support design decisions.
• Ability to learn new tools and technical concepts, seek guidance when needed, and incorporate feedback into design work.
• Strong problem-solving, organization, teamwork, and time-management skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with SolidWorks and Vault.
• Internship, co-op, research, senior-design, or professional experience involving machine design, automation equipment, precision mechanisms, tooling, or fixturing.
• Exposure to geometric dimensioning and tolerancing, tolerance stack-ups, design for manufacturability and assembly, or finite element analysis.
• Exposure to precision measurement tools such as laser trackers, accelerometers, autocollimators, precision levels, indicators, or coordinate measurement systems.
• Familiarity with motion components, motors, encoders, sensors, instrumentation, data-acquisition systems, or LabVIEW-based measurement setups.
• Experience supporting prototype builds, laboratory testing, fabrication, machine assembly, or equipment debugging.
• Ability to work safely and effectively in a hands-on development environment with changing priorities and evolving technical requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support the design and development of precision machine systems, tooling, fixturing, and mechanical components for research, development, and manufacturing applications.
• Translate defined product and process needs into mechanical requirements, design concepts, layouts, models, and drawings with guidance from experienced engineers.
• Create and maintain 3D CAD models, assemblies, detailed drawings, bills of material, and supporting design documentation in accordance with established standards.
• Perform basic engineering calculations and tolerance analyses involving fits, stack-ups, loads, deflection, stiffness, thermal effects, motion, and component sizing.
• Select and specify standard mechanical components such as bearings, linear guides, ball screws, motors, couplings, sensors, fasteners, and structural elements with appropriate technical review.
• Participate in design reviews and incorporate feedback related to safety, manufacturability, assembly, cost, reliability, maintainability, and machine performance.
• Develop and test proof-of-concept prototypes using internal laboratory, machine-shop, and measurement resources.
• Coordinate with suppliers and internal trades personnel to obtain parts, resolve fabrication questions, and support assembly and installation activities.
• Assist with machine setup, debugging, qualification, and implementation in manufacturing or laboratory environments.
• Execute defined test plans, collect and organize data, compare results with requirements, and document findings.
• Participate in troubleshooting and root-cause analysis of mechanical and system-level issues, escalating complex concerns when appropriate.
• Communicate progress, risks, and technical results clearly to project team members and maintain accurate engineering records.
• Travel an estimated 10%–25%, depending on project needs, for equipment installation, startup support, supplier visits, and interaction with internal customers.

Benefits

• Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives.
• Company-paid pension benefit with fixed contributions.
• Matching contributions to a 401(k) savings plan.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Paid parental leave.
• Family building support.
• Fitness benefits.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Disability benefits.
• Disease management programs.
• Paid time off.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Recognition program.