Solidworks Designer

About the role

This contract Mechanical Designer role focuses on supporting the development of advanced robotic, autonomous, and sensing systems. You will create, modify, and maintain detailed mechanical designs and drawings in SolidWorks, while ensuring accurate documentation and revision control within SolidWorks PDM. You will work closely with mechanical engineers throughout the product development lifecycle to translate concepts and requirements into manufacturable designs. The role is based in Pittsburgh, PA, is a contract-to-hire position, and requires full‑onsite work in a technology‑driven engineering environment focused on advanced robotic, autonomous, and sensing systems.

Responsibilities

• Create and modify mechanical part, assembly, and drawing files using SolidWorks.
• Develop detailed engineering drawings for fabrication, assembly, and manufacturing.
• Manage CAD files, revisions, and engineering documentation within SolidWorks PDM.
• Support engineering change orders (ECOs) and design release activities.
• Collaborate with mechanical engineers to refine design concepts and translate requirements into manufacturable solutions.
• Perform drawing updates and maintain design documentation throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Ensure designs comply with drafting standards and manufacturing requirements.
• Support prototype builds and integration activities as needed.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in mechanical design or CAD design roles.
• Proficiency with SolidWorks, including part modeling, assemblies, and drawing generation.
• Experience utilizing SolidWorks PDM for file management, revision control, and release processes.
• Strong understanding and practical application of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing).
• Ability to interpret engineering specifications, drawings, and manufacturing requirements.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, high‑quality documentation.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with mechanical engineers and cross‑functional teams.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology, Mechanical Design, Drafting, or a related technical field.
• Experience supporting prototype builds and integration activities.
• Familiarity with drafting standards and best practices for manufacturability.
• Strong organizational skills for managing multiple CAD files and revisions.
• Comfort working across the full product development lifecycle, from concept through release.

Skills

SolidWorks, SolidWorks PDM, GD&T, engineering drawing interpretation, attention to detail, collaboration, organizational skills.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $50.00 per hour. Individual compensation offered within this range will depend on qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job‑related factors.

Benefits

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital coverage
• 401(k) Retirement Plan (pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available)
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for 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)