Mechanical Designer Job at Integrated Resources in Wilmington

Job Title: Mechanical Designer
Location: Wilmington, NC
Duration: 5 Months, possible extension
Work Hours: 40 hours/week. Flexibility is required, with occasional overtime (10-20 hours per week) during peak project periods.

Job Description:
Job Summary:

• Client is seeking an experienced Mechanical Designer to join our dynamic team.
• In this role, you will be responsible for creating and refining mechanical equipment designs and layouts using advanced CAD tools, ensuring strict adherence to client's Machine Drafting Standards.
• Your work will directly contribute to optimizing production systems, resolving design challenges, and delivering innovative solutions.
• The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background, exceptional problem-solving skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and deliver mechanical equipment designs and layouts using AutoCAD® 2023 and Inventor 2023, ensuring compliance with client's drafting standards.
• Produce and maintain detailed drawing packages, build packages, machine part lists, illustrations, and equipment specifications for production systems.
• Assemble comprehensive machine design packages by reviewing and updating existing packages, ensuring accuracy and completeness of documentation.
• Redesign mechanical components to reduce installation costs, resolve equipment interferences, and correct design deficiencies.
• Review, redline, and oversee updates to installation documentation and drawings, collaborating with drafting teams to resolve design issues efficiently.
• Execute design changes to address equipment or process challenges, ensuring all designs meet functional and performance requirements.
• Perform elementary design calculations (e.g., statics, hydraulics, power transmission) to support both new designs and modifications of existing systems.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and project managers to ensure designs meet project goals and customer expectations.
• Provide detailed sketches and marked-up drawings to address evolving project needs.

Required Qualifications:
Education:

• Associate's degree (AAS) in Mechanical Engineering Technology or a Bachelor's degree (BS) in Mechanical Engineering Technology or Mechanical Engineering.
• Equivalent work experience may be considered in exceptional cases.

Experience:

• A minimum of 3-5 years of professional experience in mechanical design, preferably in an industrial or manufacturing setting.

Technical Expertise:

• Proficiency with AutoCAD® 2023, Inventor 2023, and related CAD software tools.
• In-depth understanding of mechanical drive trains, electrical and pneumatic actuators, and system integration.
• Expertise in preparing complete drawing packages, from assembly to detailed drawings, for industrial equipment.
• Strong knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and experience interpreting pneumatic and electrical schematics.
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes, including machining and fabrication, to ensure efficient and practical designs.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Highly motivated and results-oriented professional with excellent organizational skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing project requirements.
• Comfortable working in small teams and collaborating across departments to meet deadlines.
• Experience with precision measurement tools (e.g., tape measures, calipers, micrometers).

Work Environment/Conditions:
Travel Requirements:

• Occasional travel may be required to the Concord Plant or vendor locations to gather equipment-related information; travel is expected to be minimal.
• On-Site Work:
• Some time on the production floor may be required gathering information about existing equipment.