Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

About the role

The Mechanical Design Engineer leads the design and development of custom-engineered industrial equipment and integrated systems within a growing manufacturing organization. This role owns projects from concept through fabrication, assembly, testing, and final delivery while working closely with engineering, production, and fabrication teams. The position combines advanced SolidWorks design work, hands-on support of manufacturing operations, and technical leadership of junior designers. It offers the opportunity to work on complex, highly customized power distribution and industrial systems in a high-impact, visible role, with potential hybrid flexibility after successful onboarding.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design activities for custom industrial equipment and integrated systems from concept through production.
• Create, update, and review detailed 3D models, large assemblies, weldments, sheet metal components, and fabrication drawings using SolidWorks.
• Develop and maintain accurate Bills of Material (BOMs) and associated engineering documentation.
• Support projects through all phases, including design, fabrication, assembly, testing, and implementation.
• Collaborate closely with engineering, fabrication, production, and quality teams to resolve design and manufacturing challenges.
• Provide technical leadership, guidance, and mentorship to junior designers and engineers.
• Drive design standardization, Design for Manufacturing (DFM) practices, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Participate in and contribute to formal design reviews and engineering change processes.
• Support customer requirements, field activities, and project-specific technical discussions as needed.
• Work directly with production and fabrication teams to address technical issues and ensure manufacturability.
• Apply GD&T and FEA analysis where appropriate to validate designs and ensure performance and reliability.
• Utilize ERP and related systems to manage BOMs, documentation, and project data.
• Manage multiple complex projects simultaneously while maintaining quality, schedule, and budget expectations.
• Contribute to the design of power distribution equipment, electrical skids, switchgear, E-Houses, and other industrial systems as needed.
• Ensure that designs are aligned with safety, quality, and operational requirements throughout the project lifecycle.

Requirements

Essential skills:

• 8+ years of progressive mechanical design experience.
• Strong proficiency in mechanical design using SolidWorks, including large assemblies, weldments, and sheet metal components.
• Proven experience leading projects from concept through manufacturing, fabrication, and final delivery.
• Hands-on supporting manufacturing and fabrication operations.
• Demonstrated experience with Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and manufacturing documentation.
• Proficiency in developing and managing Bills of Material (BOMs) and related engineering documentation.
• Experience supporting production teams and resolving technical and design-related issues on the shop floor.
• Ability to independently manage multiple complex projects, priorities, and deadlines.
• Experience mentoring or leading junior designers and engineers.
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• System integration experience for industrial equipment or related systems.
• Comfort working directly with fabrication, production, and engineering teams in a hands-on environment.
• Willingness to travel up to 25%.

Preferred qualifications:

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or a related field.
• Experience with fabrication and manufacturing support in an industrial environment.
• Experience in industrial equipment design, including custom-engineered systems.
• Experience with GD&T and FEA analysis to validate and refine designs.
• Familiarity with ERP systems for BOM and project data management.
• Experience with weldment and sheet metal design.
• Exposure to power distribution equipment, electrical skids, switchgear, E-House design, or similar industrial systems.
• Demonstrated project ownership and accountability from concept through production.
• Self-starter with a solution-oriented, proactive mindset.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make sound engineering decisions in a fast-paced environment.

Work environment

This role is based within a primary office and manufacturing environment with operations centered in Marietta, OH, and an additional office in the Columbus/Dublin area. Candidates may work from either location, with the expectation that those supporting the Columbus office will spend significant time in Marietta initially to gain a deep understanding of products, operations, manufacturing processes, and project teams. The position involves frequent interaction with fabrication, production, and engineering groups in a hands-on manufacturing setting, including regular shop-floor engagement. The work schedule typically follows a standard 40-hour work week, with overtime opportunities available based on project demands. The environment is fast-paced, highly collaborative, and project-driven, offering direct visibility to engineering leadership and executive decision makers, as well as the opportunity to see designs transition into fully manufactured products. Approximately 25% travel is expected to support project and operational needs. The organization operates with an entrepreneurial mindset and maintains a culture of close collaboration, continuous improvement, and high-impact project ownership.

Pay and benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.48 - $62.50/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan (Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available)
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job details

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Marietta, OH, with a hybrid workplace type. The position is anticipated to close on Nov 2, 2026.