DOC Services, Inc. · 14 hours ago
Mechanical Engineer - Product Design & Development
Valley Craft Industries is a family-owned company that has been doing business in Minnesota for over 70 years. They are seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support the design, development, and production of material handling, storage, and safety-related products, emphasizing practical engineering execution and collaboration with manufacturing.
CommercialCustomer ServiceManufacturingTechnical Support
Responsibilities
Design and engineer new products and custom solutions
Support existing product designs through design updates, documentation changes, and production support
Assist with engineering change requests (ECRs/ECOs) and implementation into production
Help diagnose production, quality, or field issues and support corrective actions
Create and update 3D models, drawings, and BOMs using SolidWorks
Apply company drawing standards, tolerances, weld symbols, and basic GD&T
Maintain accurate part data, revisions, and metadata in PDM and MRP systems
Work closely with fabrication, welding, assembly, and quality teams to ensure designs are manufacturable and buildable
Support fixture design and basic prototyping as needed
Identify potential pinch points, cut hazards, or ergonomic concerns early and help implement improvements
Participate in root-cause analysis and problem-solving efforts
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
Familiarity with SolidWorks or similar 3D CAD software
Basic understanding of manufacturing processes (welding, machining, sheet metal, fabrication)
Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn
Good written and verbal communication skills
Preferred
Internship, co-op, or hands-on experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment
Exposure to lift products, material-handling equipment, or industrial machinery
Familiarity with BOMs, revision control, and engineering documentation
Benefits
PTO
Nine (9) Paid Holidays
Medical, Dental, Vision
401K plan
Profit sharing
Referral program
Friendly, Collaborative Team Environment
Personal and Professional Growth Potential
Great work-life balance - NO WEEKENDS
Company
DOC Services, Inc.
Equipment Solutions: ⬢ Commercial HVAC + Refrigeration ⬢ Electro-Mechanical ⬢ Industrial Cleaning Equipment ⬢ Material Handling ⬢ Paint Automation For over 35+ years, DOC has provided our trusted partners with innovative, custom, total facility solutions for their commercial equipment needs.