Mechanical Designer

Job Full Description Mechanical Designer Location: Winona, MN (Onsite) Compensation: $56,000-$75,000 annually, depending on experience Department: Engineering Employment Type: Full-Time | Exempt Position Overview We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Designer to join a growing engineering team in Winona, Minnesota. This is an onsite position for someone who enjoys taking a design from concept through production and collaborating with engineering, manufacturing, sales, purchasing, and planning teams. The ideal candidate has strong 3D CAD and 2D drafting experience, a solid understanding of mechanical design and manufacturing processes, and the ability to transform project requirements into accurate, manufacturable designs. What You'll Do As a Mechanical Designer, you will create mechanical designs, technical drawings, and digital models while supporting products throughout the design and manufacturing lifecycle. Key Responsibilities Collaborate with engineering and sales teams to understand project requirements, specifications, and design objectives. Create detailed 3D models and 2D production drawings for mechanical components, assemblies, and systems. Utilize Autodesk Inventor or comparable CAD software to develop accurate and manufacturable designs. Apply sound mechanical engineering principles throughout the design process. Create and maintain drawings, specifications, bills of materials (BOMs), and technical documentation. Ensure designs comply with applicable quality, manufacturing, and industry standards. Support manufacturing, purchasing, planning, sales, and engineering teams throughout development and production. Provide technical assistance related to product design and production challenges. Investigate and resolve design, assembly, and BOM-related issues. Support pilot runs, product launches, and process changes. Conduct design reviews to verify functionality, manufacturability, and compliance. Partner with quality teams to address design-related concerns. Manage multiple projects while meeting deadlines and business objectives. Help maintain production continuity by responding to engineering and documentation issues as they arise. Qualifications Required Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field. Approximately 5 years of mechanical design experience. Strong experience creating 3D CAD models and 2D drawings. Proficiency with Autodesk Inventor or similar CAD software. Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and mechanical engineering principles. Experience developing and maintaining technical documentation. Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. Strong attention to detail. Effective written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams. Strong organizational and project management skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications. Why Join Us? Competitive compensation based on experience. Opportunity to work on products from concept through production. Collaborative engineering and manufacturing environment. Exposure to the full product lifecycle. Stable, established manufacturing organization. Opportunities for professional growth and continued technical development. Winona, MN 1258 1600 Gilmore Avenue Winona, MN 55987 Express Employment Professionals Defunct