Mechanical Designer
GTN Technical Staffing, Tucson, AZ, United States
Mechanical Designer
HIGHLIGHTS Location: Tucson, Arizona or Rochester, NY (Onsite/ or Remote) Position Type: Contract to Hire Hourly / Salary: BOE Residency Status:US Citizen or Green Card Holder ONLY
Position Overview Our client is seeking a hands‑on Mechanical Designer to support the design, prototyping, and manufacturing of precision mechanical systems. This role combines 3D CAD modeling, opto‑mechanical assembly design, vendor collaboration, and prototype testing in a fast‑paced, interdisciplinary engineering environment. The ideal candidate thrives in a lab and shop setting, enjoys solving complex mechanical challenges, and has a strong foundation in design for manufacturing and mechanical documentation.
Essential Functions
Design and detail mechanical and opto‑mechanical assemblies using 3D CAD modeling software.
Develop detailed engineering drawings with appropriate tolerancing and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) principles.
Interface with machine shops and fabrication vendors to source precision mechanical components and support vendor management activities.
Assemble and test mechanical system prototypes, performing hands‑on troubleshooting and root cause analysis.
Develop, document, and update manufacturing work instructions and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Partner with manufacturing and production teams to resolve technical issues, improve process efficiency, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
Required Qualifications
Associate degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent hands‑on mechanical design experience.
Working knowledge of 3D CAD modeling tools (such as SolidWorks or similar parametric CAD platforms).
Understanding of materials science fundamentals and manufacturing processes (machining, fabrication, assembly methods).
Experience working in cross‑functional or interdisciplinary engineering teams.
Comfortable in a hands‑on engineering environment, including use of shop tools, lab equipment, and mechanical test setups.
Strong written and verbal communication skills for technical documentation and collaboration.
Highly detail‑oriented with strong organizational and time management skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Opto‑Mechanical Engineering.
Proficiency in SolidWorks CAD software, including advanced part and assembly modeling.
Working knowledge of GD&T and tolerance stack‑up analysis.
Experience designing, building, and testing opto‑mechanical systems.
Knowledge of design for manufacturing (DFM) and design for assembly (DFA) principles.
Basic familiarity with optical metrology techniques, including interferometry and related precision measurement methods.
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HIGHLIGHTS Location: Tucson, Arizona or Rochester, NY (Onsite/ or Remote) Position Type: Contract to Hire Hourly / Salary: BOE Residency Status:US Citizen or Green Card Holder ONLY
Position Overview Our client is seeking a hands‑on Mechanical Designer to support the design, prototyping, and manufacturing of precision mechanical systems. This role combines 3D CAD modeling, opto‑mechanical assembly design, vendor collaboration, and prototype testing in a fast‑paced, interdisciplinary engineering environment. The ideal candidate thrives in a lab and shop setting, enjoys solving complex mechanical challenges, and has a strong foundation in design for manufacturing and mechanical documentation.
Essential Functions
Design and detail mechanical and opto‑mechanical assemblies using 3D CAD modeling software.
Develop detailed engineering drawings with appropriate tolerancing and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) principles.
Interface with machine shops and fabrication vendors to source precision mechanical components and support vendor management activities.
Assemble and test mechanical system prototypes, performing hands‑on troubleshooting and root cause analysis.
Develop, document, and update manufacturing work instructions and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Partner with manufacturing and production teams to resolve technical issues, improve process efficiency, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
Required Qualifications
Associate degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent hands‑on mechanical design experience.
Working knowledge of 3D CAD modeling tools (such as SolidWorks or similar parametric CAD platforms).
Understanding of materials science fundamentals and manufacturing processes (machining, fabrication, assembly methods).
Experience working in cross‑functional or interdisciplinary engineering teams.
Comfortable in a hands‑on engineering environment, including use of shop tools, lab equipment, and mechanical test setups.
Strong written and verbal communication skills for technical documentation and collaboration.
Highly detail‑oriented with strong organizational and time management skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Opto‑Mechanical Engineering.
Proficiency in SolidWorks CAD software, including advanced part and assembly modeling.
Working knowledge of GD&T and tolerance stack‑up analysis.
Experience designing, building, and testing opto‑mechanical systems.
Knowledge of design for manufacturing (DFM) and design for assembly (DFA) principles.
Basic familiarity with optical metrology techniques, including interferometry and related precision measurement methods.
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