Mechanical Design Engineer

Position Overview

We are seeking a  Mechanical Design Engineer to support the design, testing, and prototyping of innovative industrial machine tools within the field of  additive manufacturing (AM) . This role focuses on developing unique components and systems that support advanced manufacturing processes. The engineer will contribute to CAD modeling, prototyping, and validation while helping develop cost-effective manufacturing solutions.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with mechanical design, strong familiarity with fabrication and machining processes, and a solid understanding of additive manufacturing principles. Responsibilities include developing CAD models and engineering drawings, creating test plans and test fixtures, and supporting the validation of new designs.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform development engineering work under the guidance of senior engineers.

• Research, design, develop, and test equipment used in additive manufacturing systems.

• Design and develop mechanical solutions related to powder conveyance, optical calibration, laser control, and gas flow.

• Estimate component manufacturing time and analyze the impact of design changes on production.

• Determine optimal machine parameters for part processing.

• Apply statistical process control methods and conduct machine reliability analysis.

• Inspect finished components to ensure quality and dimensional accuracy.

• Prepare engineering documentation, reports, and technical records.

• Collaborate with internal engineering teams, suppliers, and external stakeholders.

• Contribute to product development efforts, including  Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and  Design for Assembly (DFA) initiatives.

• Develop CAD models and detailed engineering drawings.

• Create and execute test plans and build test fixtures to validate mechanical designs.

• Partner with manufacturing teams to ensure designs are practical, manufacturable, and cost-effective.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an accredited university.

• 2–5 years of hands-on experience in  mechanical design , preferably with a focus on mechanism design.

• Proficiency with  Creo and  Windchill .

• Experience with  parametric CAD modeling and  PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) systems.

• Familiarity with  FEA (Finite Element Analysis) ,  GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) , and related analysis tools.

• Experience with  metal cutting, CNC programming, machine setup, and part processing .

• Basic knowledge of  metallurgy .

• Experience with  additive manufacturing is a plus.

• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.