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Mechanical Designer

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Job Location:

Painted Post, NY - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer

Posted: 23 October 2026 (Yesterday)

Application Deadline: 20 January 2027

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Department:

Manufacturing

Job Summary

Mechanical Designer

Location: Painted Post NY
Job Type: Contract 1 year with potential for extension
Work Arrangement: 100% On-Site
Schedule: Full-Time Approximately 40 Hours per Week
Travel: Up to 10% Domestic

We are seeking an experiencedMechanical Designer to support mechanical design equipment development and manufacturing operations. This role will be responsible for creating and maintaining detailed engineering drawings 3D models fabrication packages and technical documentation while collaborating with cross-functional teams to support projects from concept through installation and production.

The ideal candidate will have strong CAD proficiency a solid understanding of mechanical design principles and experience supporting manufacturing equipment and processes.

Local candidates are preferred; however candidates willing to relocate at their own expense will be considered.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and revise 3D models 2D drawings assemblies fabrication details and bills of materials (BOMs) using SolidWorks Inventor and AutoCAD.
Apply Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) tolerance analysis and engineering standards to ensure accurate and manufacturable designs.
Support mechanical design projects from concept development through prototyping testing documentation and production release.
Create detailed shop drawings fabrication packages assembly drawings and parts lists in accordance with engineering drafting standards.
Develop and maintain complete machine design packages ensuring drawing accuracy revision control and documentation integrity.
Conduct mechanical testing collect and analyze data and recommend equipment and process improvements.
Coordinate with vendors and suppliers regarding component selection fabrication requirements equipment builds and discrepancy resolution.
Collaborate with engineering manufacturing suppliers and other stakeholders to resolve design fabrication assembly and installation challenges.
Assist with equipment installation startup commissioning and training of operations and maintenance personnel.
Support project schedules design reviews budgets quality standards and safety requirements.
Maintain accurate engineering documentation CAD libraries revision histories and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) system records.

Required Qualifications

Minimum of 5 years of experience in mechanical design manufacturing support product development or process equipment design; candidates with a Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering and less experience may be considered.
Proficiency in at least two of the following CAD programs: SolidWorks Autodesk Inventor and AutoCAD.
Working knowledge of GD&T tolerance stack-ups fabrication methods assembly practices and design for manufacturability.
Experience developing bills of materials managing design revisions and maintaining engineering documentation using PLM or similar systems.
Ability to troubleshoot mechanical issues support testing activities and communicate technical recommendations effectively.
Strong organizational skills attention to detail problem-solving abilities and ability to manage multiple priorities.

Preferred Qualifications

Associates degree in Mechanical Design CAD Drafting or a related technical field.
Experience designing manufacturing equipment piping systems and ducting systems.
Hands-on experience with prototype development mechanical testing field troubleshooting and production support.
Knowledge of mechanical engineering fundamentals including statics hydraulics power transmission and machine design.
Experience preparing detailed shop drawings assembly drawings fabrication packages and parts lists.
Experience supporting equipment installation startup commissioning and production qualification.
Experience coordinating with external suppliers and vendors on component selection fabrication and equipment builds.
Ability to analyze testing results and develop practical design recommendations.

Work Environment & Travel

Position requires 100% on-site work in Painted Post NY.
Standard workweek is approximately 40 hours.
Occasional extended hours weekends or holidays may be required to support equipment installation and project schedules.
Up to 10% domestic travel may be required to manufacturing facilities or vendor locations typically for trips lasting fewer than 10 days.

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