Mechanical Engineer – Product Design & Manufacturing

Confidential Recruiting Partners

Fitchburg, Massachusetts, United States$71,000 - $90,000Full-timePosted 5h ago

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Our client is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support the design, development, testing, and continuous improvement of electro-mechanical products. This role will be involved throughout the product lifecycle, from concept and prototyping through production and manufacturing support.

The ideal candidate will have experience designing mechanical components, creating engineering documentation, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and supporting products in a manufacturing environment.

Onsite | No Visa Sponsorship | No Relocation Assistance

Please Note: Due to regulatory and customer compliance requirements, applicants must be authorized to work in the United States and meet applicable export control eligibility requirements.

Responsibilities:

  • Apply GD&T principles and engineering drawing standards.
  • Design and develop mechanical components and assemblies for manufactured products.
  • Develop prototypes, perform testing, analyze results, and implement design improvements.
  • Create and maintain 2D and 3D CAD models, engineering drawings, and technical documentation.
  • Communicate project status, technical requirements, and design updates with internal teams and customers.
  • Select materials and components based on performance, durability, manufacturability, and cost considerations.
  • Support manufacturing operations by troubleshooting production issues and implementing design improvements.
  • Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product performance and manufacturing efficiency.
  • Create and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs), Engineering Change Orders (ECOs), and related engineering documentation.
  • Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and production teams to ensure designs meet performance, quality, and manufacturability requirements.

Qualifications (Must-Haves)

  • Proficiency with 2D and 3D CAD software.
  • Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
  • Experience designing and developing mechanical components from concept through production.
  • Strong understanding of engineering drawings, tolerances, GD&T, and manufacturing processes.
  • Experience creating and maintaining BOMs, engineering documentation, and design change records.
  • Minimum of 3 years of mechanical engineering, product design, or manufacturing engineering experience.

Preferred Skills:

  • Experience with electro-mechanical products or assemblies.
  • Knowledge of design for manufacturability (DFM) principles.
  • Familiarity with tooling, fixtures, prototyping, and product testing.
  • Experience supporting manufacturing environments and production processes.
  • Experience working in electronics, industrial manufacturing, aerospace, medical device, or similar product-based industries.

Benefits & Perks:

  • STD and LTD
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision
  • Company-paid life insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • 401(k) plan with company contributions
  • Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
  • Career growth and professional development opportunities

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