A Mechanical Designer and Builder is a professional who not only designs mechanical test systems and components but also oversee parts fabrication by machine shops, build in-house the mechanical frames, integrate machined parts and components, and occasionally provide for client on-site installations. This role ensures a seamless transition from conceptual design to functional implementation, maintaining integrity and efficiency throughout the process.
Key Responsibilities:
Design Development: Utilizing Solidworks CAD software to create detailed technical drawings and models of mechanical systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards and project specifications.
Prototyping: Developing and testing prototypes to validate design concepts, making necessary adjustments based on performance data and feedback.
Fabrication Oversight: Outsourcing and managing the manufacturing process of mechanical components, collaborating with third party machinists and fabricators to ensure accurate production according to design specifications.
Assembly and Installation: Build and assemble mechanical test frames, Integrate machines parts and all components, and oversee the installation process at client sites or within facility.
Quality Assurance: Conducting inspections and tests to verify that fabricated and assembled systems meet quality standards and perform as intended.
Project Coordination: Collaborating with engineers, project managers, and clients to align design and build activities with project goals, timelines, and budgets.
Essential Skills and Qualifications:
Educational Background: An associate or bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, mechanical design, or a related field is typically required.
Technical Proficiency: Expertise in SolidWorks for design purposes and familiarity with manufacturing processes and tools.
Hands-on Skills: Practical experience with fabrication techniques, assembly processes, and the use of relevant machinery and tools.
Problem-Solving Abilities: Aptitude for identifying and resolving design and build challenges to ensure functional and efficient mechanical systems.
Attention to Detail: Precision in both design documentation and physical construction to maintain high-quality standards.
Communication Skills: Ability to effectively convey technical information and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to achieve project objectives.
Mechanical Designers and Builders are integral to industries such as manufacturing, automotive, aerospace, and construction, where the creation of reliable and efficient mechanical systems is essential. Their combined expertise in design and hands-on construction ensures that mechanical solutions are both innovative and practically executable.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Casual dress
Dental care
Extended health care
On-site parking
Paid time off
Vision care
Education:
Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
Work Location: In person