Design Engineer

Our client, a growing, family-owned manufacturer of custom-engineered equipment, is seeking an experienced Design Engineer to join its Engineering team in Charlotte, NC.This is a hands-on mechanical design position for someone who enjoys taking ownership of their work and seeing designs move from SolidWorks models and fabrication drawings to equipment being manufactured and assembled in the shop.The Mechanical Designer II will work closely with Project Engineers, Project Management, Manufacturing, Sourcing, and other internal teams.There is no visa sponsorship available for this opportunity.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop detailed 3D mechanical equipment designs and models using SolidWorksCreate detailed fabrication-level drawing packagesDesign mechanical equipment, weldments, components, and assembliesUtilize top-down and assembly-driven modeling techniquesApply appropriate drafting standards to drawings and technical documentationDesign and integrate power transmission components, including motors, gearboxes, chain drives, shafts, and bearingsComplete mechanical design calculations as requiredMake informed design decisions while collaborating with Project Engineers throughout the review processSupport Project Managers with technical drawings and project submittal packagesEnsure design deliverables meet project specifications, schedules, milestones, and quality requirementsWork directly with fabrication, machining, and assembly teams to resolve design and manufacturing questionsCollaborate across Engineering, Manufacturing, Sourcing, Sales, and Customer ServiceManage design responsibilities across multiple projects simultaneouslyParticipate in product and process improvement initiativesOccasionally support field measurements, installation, and troubleshootingQualifications2-4+ years of experience in 3D mechanical design and modelingStrong, hands-on SolidWorks experience is required4+ years of experience designing mechanical equipment, weldments, and assembliesExperience with top-down and assembly-driven modelingStrong knowledge of drafting standards and fabrication-level drawingsExperience designing equipment or products that are fabricated, machined, and assembledExperience with power transmission equipment, including motors, gearboxes, chain drives, shafts, and bearingsAbility to complete mechanical design calculationsStrong mechanical aptitude and attention to detailStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsAbility to make design decisions independently while collaborating with engineering and manufacturing teamsAssociate's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experiencePreferred ExperienceExpert-level SolidWorks proficiency and/or SolidWorks certificationAutoCAD and 2D design/detailing experienceKnowledge of bending, punching, welding, machining, and other fabrication processesExperience designing industrial machinery or custom-engineered mechanical equipmentExperience with material handling systems, conveyors, or bulk storageExperience within the municipal water and wastewater industryExperience with electrical power, instrumentation, or controlsWhy Join?Join a growing, family-owned company with direct access to leadershipDesign custom mechanical equipment and see your work manufactured and assembled in-houseTake ownership of your designs while collaborating with experienced engineers and manufacturing teamsExcellent benefits, including 100% company-paid medical premiums for employees and dependentsBenefits100% company-paid medical premiums for employees and dependents5% 401(k) matchUp to 10% performance bonus opportunity15 days of vacation starting in year one + paid holidays (20 days after year 1)Company-paid STD, LTD, Life Insurance & AD&DDental and vision insurance