Mechanical Designer

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Title: Mechanical Designer
Location: Painted Post, NY
Duration: 12 Months with possible extension

Preference is for local candidates, but will consider candidates willing to relocate at their own expense.

Work Schedule: May require working weekends/holidays or longer days to support installation schedule

Travel Requirements: 10% domestic Travel to Corning plant sites or vendors with duration typically being less than 10 days.

Only W2 candidates are eligible for this position. Third-party or C2C candidates will not be considered.

Job Description:

Key Responsibilities:

• Create and revise 3D models, 2D drawings, assemblies, fabrication details, and bills of material using SolidWorks, Inventor and AutoCAD. At least two of the 3 software required.
• Apply GD&T, tolerance analysis, and engineering standards to ensure designs are clear, manufacturable, and consistent with project requirements.
• Support mechanical design activities from concept development through prototyping, testing, documentation, and production release.
• Conduct testing, collect and analyze data, and provide recommendations for equipment and process improvements.
• Generate detailed shop drawings, fabrication packages, assembly drawings, and parts lists while maintaining compliance with engineering drafting standards.
• Assemble and maintain complete machine design packages, ensuring drawing accuracy, revision control, and documentation integrity.
• Coordinate with vendors on component selection, fabrication requirements, equipment builds, and discrepancy resolution.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, engineering, suppliers, and customers to resolve design, fabrication, assembly, and installation issues.
• Assist in training operations and maintenance personnel during equipment installation, startup, and handoff activities.
• Support project management activities to ensure project objectives, schedules, budgets, quality, and safety requirements are met.
• Maintain accurate engineering documentation, revision control, CAD libraries, and PLM system records.
• Support project schedules, design reviews, and cross-functional communication to keep deliverables on track.

Minimum Experience:

• 5+ years of experience in mechanical design, manufacturing support, product development, or process equipment design or BS in Mechanical Engineering with less experience.
• Proficiency with SolidWorks and Inventor for 3D modeling, assemblies, detailed drawings, and engineering documentation and AutoCAD for 2D. Experience with at least two of the three software required.

Required Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in mechanical design, manufacturing support, product development, or process equipment design or BS in Mechanical Engineering with less experience.
• Proficiency with SolidWorks and Inventor for 3D modeling, assemblies, detailed drawings, and engineering documentation and AutoCAD for 2D. At least two of the three software required.
• Working knowledge of GD&T, tolerance stack-ups, fabrication methods, assembly practices, and manufacturability principles.
• Experience developing BOMs, supporting design revisions, and maintaining engineering documentation through a PLM or similar system.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical issues, support testing, and communicate design recommendations clearly.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, problem-solving ability, and follow-through in a fast-paced project environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with manufacturing equipment, Piping and Ducting systems.
• AS in Mechnical Design/CAD/Drafter preferred
• Hands-on experience with prototype development, mechanical testing, field troubleshooting, and production support.
• Experience coordinating work across engineering, manufacturing, suppliers, and customer-facing teams.
• Working knowledge of basic mechanical engineering principles including statics, hydraulics, power transmission, and machine design.
• Experience generating shop drawings, assembly drawings, fabrication packages, and detailed parts lists.
• Ability to conduct testing, evaluate data, and provide design recommendations based on results.
• Experience supporting equipment installation, startup, commissioning, and production qualification activities.
• Experience working with suppliers and external vendors for component selection, fabrication support, and equipment build activities.

Interview process:

• Initial 30 minute screening via Teams
• Panel interview with CAD skills test/assessment
• **Local candidate may be invited in-person interview.

About us:

DivIHN , the 'IT Asset Performance Services' organization, provides Professional Consulting, Custom Projects, and Professional Resource Augmentation services to clients in the Mid-West and beyond. The strategic characteristics of the organization are Standardization, Specialization, and Collaboration.

DivIHN is an equal opportunity employer. DivIHN does not and shall not discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status.