Mechanical Designer
ABB · Fort Smith, AR · 3 wk ago
On-siteEngineeringFull-time
The work model
Your role and responsibilities:
- Lead mechanical design and documentation by creating and managing detailed 3D models, assemblies, drawings, and GD&T/tolerance analyses in SolidWorks, ensuring accuracy, quality, and adherence to design standards.
- Develop robust, manufacturable mechanical solutions for Electric Motors and Drives, including aluminum die castings, cast iron components, plastic injection-molded parts, and other precision mechanical elements.
- Drive cross-functional collaboration and project execution by partnering with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, and Product Management to align design intent with functional requirements, manufacturability, cost targets, and production constraints.
- Support product development and continuous improvement through prototype build support, testing participation, root-cause analysis, mentoring junior designers, and contributing innovative ideas to enhance design workflows and product performance.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree (Engineering - Preferred) with minimum 2 years experience OR Associate’s Degree (Mechanical Design/Drafting - Preferred) with minimum 4 years experience in Mechanical Design.
- Expertise in complex part and assembly modeling for production-ready designs.
- Strong command of mechanical design fundamentals, including GD&T, tolerance analysis, and a variety of manufacturing processes such as die casting, machining, stamping, plastic molding, and fabrication.
- Proven ability to create accurate production documentation, including detailed drawings, BOMs, and engineering records, while supporting design changes and revisions.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint for engineering analysis, data reporting, and technical presentations.
- PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: SolidWorks PDM (Product Data Management), SolidWorks Design Professional Certification (CSWP), FEA or simulation tools, SAP or PLM systems, and design support for electromechanical or industrial products.
- PMP Certification, Lean Six Sigma Certification, Working knowledge of UL, CSA, IEEE, NEMA regulatory compliance.
What's In It For You
- We want you to bring your full self to work—your ideas, your energy, your ambition.
- You’ll have the tools and freedom to grow your skills, shape your path, and take on challenges that matter.
- Here, your work creates impact you can see and feel, every day.
About the role
This position reports to: Design Manager - R&D
Schedule
Onsite
Benefits
- Health, Life & Disability
- Short Term Disability
- Long Term Disability
- Accident Insurance
- Hospital Indemnity
- Critical Illness
- Pet Insurance
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Assistance Program
- Health Advocate support resources for mental/behavioral health, general health navigation and virtual health, and infertility/adoption
- Employee Discount Program
- Retirement 401k Savings Plan with Company Contributions
- Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP)
Pay
Salary Range: $80,000 - $120,000 annually