Mechanical Designer

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

The primary purpose of this job is to develop detailed drawings which will provide specifics about how equipment and structures are to be fabricated, welded, assembled, or modified.

JOB DUTIES:

• Develop detailed drawings for mechanical equipment, piping, and controls equipment using CAD software.
• Review customer job specifications with Project Engineer. Analyze drawings, component specifications, and system requirements to design assemblies meeting customer requirements.
• Work with engineers, purchasing coordinators, and fabrication manager to assist in material procurement, estimating, organization, meetings, and meeting deadlines associated with projects.
• Develop detailed drawings of assemblies and sub-assemblies to convey the functional relationship between components.
• Confer with Project Engineer to answer questions pertaining to installation of systems based on process diagrams and bill of materials.
• Draw freehand sketches of design concepts, translate redlines from construction drawings to generate as-built models and layouts.
• Assist Project Engineer in the collection and storage of project documentation.
• Complete reports and paperwork as needed.
• Physical Requirements include climbing ladders, accessing confined spaces, using hand tools and rigging equipment, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area
• Perform other duties as required

KNOWLEDGE/REQUIREMENTS:

• Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, drawings, and 3D models.
• Knowledge of practical application of engineering science and technology. SolidWorks and AutoCAD experience required.
• Knowledge of algebra and geometry.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite including MS Word, MS Excel, and MS Outlook.
• Associate degree required or equivalent
• 3-5 years drafting and/or 3D model design experience.

M. G. Newell Corporation has been in business for over a century providing sanitary process components and integrated process systems to the food, dairy, citrus, beverage, pharmaceutical and personal care industries. With divisions in Greensboro, North Carolina; Louisville, Kentucky, and Nashville, Tennessee, our services extend to the Mid-West, MidAtlantic, and Southeastern United States.


M.G. Newell is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. Learn more at