Mechanical Design/Project Engineer

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<div class="isg-job-description“>position Overview:
We are seeking a hands-on Mechanical Project Engineer with experience in custom equipment design and full project lifecycle management. This individual will play a key role in engineering, managing, and delivering mechanical systems tailored to customer needs. From concept through commissioning, this role is responsible for CAD design, technical leadership, coordination with internal teams, and direct customer engagement.
Responsibilities:

• Design custom mechanical equipment using CAD (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or equivalent).
• Manage projects from initial customer specifications through design, fabrication, assembly, and delivery.
• Interface directly with customers to gather requirements, provide updates, and ensure satisfaction.
• Develop and manage project timelines, budgets, and technical deliverables.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including fabrication, controls, and field service.
• Oversee equipment testing, troubleshooting, and commissioning (on-site and remote).
• Maintain documentation including BOMs, drawings, manuals, and specifications.
• Support continuous improvement and standardization of design and build processes.

Minimum Qualifications:
education: Bachelor’s or associate degree in engineering or relative experience
Experience: 3-5 years’ experience in Engineering related to the design and manufacture of custom equipment.
Specific Skills:

• Calculations capabilities to solve complex systems (structural loading, drive size, conveyance systems, etc)
• Sizing water pumps, gear motors and cylinders
• Experience with standard fabrication methods
• Ability to write sequence of operations for controls engineering and automation
• Hydraulic and Pneumatic experience
• Solidworks/Inventor experience
• Ability to travel 10-20%, including international travel.

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