Mechanical Design Engineer jobs in United States
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Industrial Electric Mfg. (IEM) ยท 5 hours ago

Mechanical Design Engineer

Industrial Electric Mfg. (IEM) is the largest independent full-line manufacturer of custom power distribution systems in North America. The Mechanical Design Engineer plays a key role in the design-to-order engineering process for medium voltage power distribution products, managing moderately complex design projects and mentoring junior engineers while ensuring compliance with industry standards.

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Responsibilities

Lead moderately complex DTO mechanical design projects with minimal supervision
Develop advanced 3D models and 2D fabrication/coordination drawings
Create and maintain accurate BOMs and resolve discrepancies to minimize production delays
Participate in and occasionally lead peer reviews to ensure accuracy, quality, and compliance
Collaborate with project managers, clients, and cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with timelines, specifications, and quality standards
Providing technical support during manufacturing and installation phases to ensure seamless project execution
Review customer acceptance documentation for accuracy
Ensure project deliverables are on time and indicate early when tasks are not achievable
Ensure project designs comply with customer specifications, industry standards, manufacturability requirements, and internal quality benchmarks
Conduct self-reviews and participate in peer reviews to maintain high-quality deliverables
Support DTO workflow templating and automation initiatives to increase project throughput and reduce errors
Support senior group engineers, manufacturing engineers and plant personnel to refine designs for manufacturability
Work with manufacturing engineers to develop manufacturable design standards
Facilitate communication between design and manufacturing teams across multiple sites to align processes

Qualification

Mechanical Design3D ModelingBOM ManagementSolidWorksEIT CertificationSheet Metal DesignCommunication SkillsProblem-SolvingCritical Thinking

Required

BSME or equivalent required
4+ years of experience in mechanical design, preferably in DTO or custom engineering
Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment
Solid understanding of sheet metal design for manufacturability
Strong attention to detail, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities
Proficiency with SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or Pro E; Finite Element Analysis (FEA) experience is a plus
Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across functions

Preferred

Candidates with EIT certification on the path to Professional Engineer (PE) licensure are preferred
Experience working in a design-to-order or custom engineering environment is strongly preferred
Familiarity with medium voltage switchgear, utility systems, or the power industry is preferred
Knowledge of IEEE/ANSI C37.20 and UL891/1558 design guidelines and NFPA70E are desirable

Benefits

Comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support our employees' well-being, growth, and long-term success

Company

Industrial Electric Mfg. (IEM)

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Industrial Electric Mfg. is an electronic manufacturing company that provides electrical distribution equipment.

H1B Sponsorship

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2022 (1)
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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Clayton Such
Chief Executive Officer
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Warren (Jay) Potter
Interim Chief Financial Officer
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