Mechanical Designer

About the role

CMD’s Purpose: Making It Better Together… We believe in building lifelong partnerships, providing high performing equipment and value-added solutions. We empower and trust our employees to take initiative and make decisions that drive our business forward. We strive to make a positive impact on the world around us.

Mechanical Designer II Summary: The Mechanical Designer II develops and refines mechanical systems, components, and production-ready designs that meet customer, technical, and manufacturing requirements. Working collaboratively with engineers, manufacturing partners, and other cross-functional team members, this role applies CAD expertise and sound design principles to produce accurate drawings, specifications, and bills of materials; incorporate feedback from reviews and validation activities; and resolve design-related issues throughout the product lifecycle. The Mechanical Designer II manages assigned design work with increasing independence, supports project schedules, and contributes practical solutions that improve equipment performance, manufacturability, and customer outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine mechanical components, assemblies, and systems using CAD software, applying sound design practices to meet customer, technical, safety, and manufacturing requirements.
• Translate project requirements and design intent into accurate, production-ready models, drawings, specifications, and bills of materials.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, purchasing, service, and other cross-functional partners to evaluate design requirements, constraints, risks, and practical solutions.
• Lead assigned design work with increasing independence, establishing priorities, communicating status, and completing deliverables in accordance with project schedules and quality expectations.
• Participate actively in design reviews by presenting work, verifying design intent, identifying potential issues, and incorporating approved feedback.
• Support prototype, validation, and testing activities by providing current design data, evaluating results, and implementing necessary design revisions.
• Investigate and resolve design-related issues during fabrication, assembly, installation, and operation in partnership with engineering and manufacturing teams.
• Maintain accurate design records and revision control to ensure documentation reflects approved configurations and supports reliable downstream use.
• Evaluate materials, components, and manufacturing methods to improve functionality, quality, manufacturability, cost effectiveness, and equipment performance.
• Apply relevant industry standards, company practices, and emerging technologies to strengthen design quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

Associate’s degree in mechanical design.

Five+ years of experience in mechanical design; preferably in an OEM environment.

Equivalent combination of training and experience.

Demonstrated ability to align designs with technical requirements and collaborate with others for customer driven outcomes.

Skills

• Proficiency in CAD software and BOM generation tools.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and materials.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Collaborative spirit; good communication skills.
• Knowledge of industry standards and regulations.

Requirements

Work Environment: CMD is located in Appleton, WI. Our three facilities operate by secure entry, are well lit, air temperature controlled for comfort, and clean with low noise. Safety is our top priority. Our culture is centered around mutual respect, clarity of communication, and employee wellbeing.

Physical Demands: Ability to stand or sit for extended periods while working