Mechanical Designer

Title: Mechanical Designer Industry: Manufacturing Location: Painted Post, NY Client Overview Provisional, since no approved overview was available: Our client is a global materials science leader with more than 170 years of history in specialty glass, ceramics, and optical technologies. This role sits within its engineering group, which designs, builds, and installs the manufacturing and process equipment used across its plants. Top 3 Skills 3D CAD modeling and 2D drafting in at least two of SolidWorks, Inventor, and AutoCAD GD&T and tolerance stack-up analysis BOM development and revision control in a PLM or PDM system What You ll Do Create and revise 3D models, assemblies, 2D drawings, fabrication details, and bills of material Apply GD&T, tolerance analysis, and drafting standards so designs are clear and manufacturable Support equipment design from concept through prototyping, testing, and production release Run tests, analyze data, and recommend equipment and process improvements Build shop drawings, fabrication packages, assembly drawings, and parts lists Assemble and maintain complete machine design packages with accurate revision control Work with vendors on component selection, fabrication, equipment builds, and discrepancy resolution Resolve design, fabrication, assembly, and installation issues with manufacturing, engineering, and suppliers Help train operations and maintenance staff during equipment installation, startup, and handoff Maintain CAD libraries, PLM records, and engineering documentation What We Need From You 5+ years in mechanical design, manufacturing support, product development, or process equipment design, or a BS in Mechanical Engineering with less experience Hands-on proficiency in at least two of SolidWorks, Inventor, and AutoCAD Working knowledge of GD&T, tolerance stack-ups, fabrication methods, and design for manufacturability Experience building BOMs and managing design revisions in a PLM or similar system Ability to work on-site full time, travel about 10% to plants or vendors, and work some weekends, holidays, or longer days during installations Preferred / Bonus Experience with manufacturing equipment, piping, or ducting systems AS in Mechanical Design, CAD, or Drafting Prototype development, mechanical testing, and field troubleshooting experience Equipment installation, startup, commissioning, and production qualification experience Working knowledge of statics, hydraulics, power transmission, and machine design