Mechanical Design Engineer

We are seeking a mid-level Mechanical Design Technician to support new product development and manufacturing activities for a local smart building technology company. This role will play a hands-on part in building, testing, and refining components and assemblies during active manufacturing and launch phases. The ideal candidate has a strong mechanical mindset, solid CAD experience (preferably Creo), and enjoys supporting both design and testing efforts in a fast-paced engineering environment.

Key Responsibilities

Product Testing & Prototyping

· Support testing of products, including setting up and breaking down test fixtures

· Execute mechanical and functional tests according to engineering plans

· Assist with prototyping and iterative design validation

· Document test results and report findings to engineering teams

Design & Engineering Support

· Create and modify detailed CAD models and drawings for components and assemblies (sheet metal, plastic parts, etc.)

· Support component and assembly design with consideration for design for assembly and manufacturability

· Assist with the design of manufacturing tooling for major projects

· Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and development engineers on new product development and launch initiatives

Manufacturing & Tooling Support

· Provide hands-on support while shades are actively being manufactured

· Assist engineering teams during tooling build, validation, and refinement

· Support semi-autonomous engineering groups responsible for standard and custom tooling

Team & Project Environment

· Primarily mechanical engineering–focused team with exposure to development and electrical engineering

· Engaged in new product development and product launch projects

· Heavy involvement in manufacturing tooling and production support for a major ongoing initiative

Required Qualifications

· Experience using CAD software for mechanical design (Creo preferred)

· Experience with 3D modeling and detailed engineering drawings

· Experience with manufacturing/tooling

· Working knowledge of component and assembly design

· Familiarity with machining, tooling, and design for assembly

· Ability to support hands-on testing and prototyping activities

Preferred Qualifications

· Experience with Creo (strongly preferred)

· Background in SolidWorks or other CAD platforms (transferable skills accepted)

· Exposure to AutoCAD (a plus, not required)

· Familiarity with GD&T (nice to have, not required)

· Associate’s degree preferred (degree not required)