Mechanical Engineer

DISHER

Mechanical Engineer involved in designing and developing innovative cooling solutions for a thermal management startup. Collaborating cross-functionally in a fast-paced, values-driven environment.

Posted 5/12/2026full-timeKnoxville • Missouri, Tennessee • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design and develop mechanical components, assemblies, and systems using 3D CAD (e.g., SolidWorks, Creo, NX) vaulted and managed in a PLM/PDM system (e.g. 3DExperience, SW PDM, Windchill, etc.)
Produce and/or review creation of detailed 2D drawings of these designs, ensuring accurate BOMs, dimensional tolerances and suitability for manufacturability.
Perform engineering calculations, DFMEA, FEA and simulations to validate designs and ensure safety, reliability, and performance.
Prototype, test, and iterate hardware; create and execute test plans; analyze test data and implement design changes.
Work with suppliers and manufacturing to support production ramp-up, product & process development, and cost reduction.
Create / process Engineering Change Requests (ECR’s) and Orders (ECO’s).
Troubleshoot field and production issues; provide root-cause analysis and corrective actions.
Ensure product designs meet applicable regulatory, safety, and quality standards.
Support project planning, schedule tracking, design reviews, and documentation.
Mentor junior engineers and contribute to design standards development and other continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field (or equivalent work experience)
5+ yrs experience designing, launching and supporting products in a manufacturing setting, including supporting / interfacing with production personnel and systems (e.g. Material Resource Planning, ISO or similar quality systems, etc.)
Proficient with SolidWorks or similar 3D CAD.
Working knowledge of PLM/PDM systems is strongly preferred (e.g. 3DExperience, SW PDM, Windchill, Teamcenter).
Hands-on prototyping and/or test experience.
Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
Knowledge of materials and relevant manufacturing processes (sheet metal, machining, injection molding).
Working knowledge of plumbing & hydraulics.
Familiarity with refrigeration cycle thermodynamics.
General understanding of industrial electrical and electronics systems and components (e.g. industrial power supply & device protection, relays, motor drives, safety, wire sizing, industrial communications, controllers, etc.)
Background in Lean Product Development principles & tools.
Basic budgeting and cost containment skills.
Basic understanding of UL certification process.
Basic understanding of ISO 9000 (or similar quality system) design requirements.
Resilience working in a fast-paced, evolving startup environment with shifting priorities.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Team members operate in a fast-paced, hands-on environment where they are encouraged to take ownership, contribute ideas, and continuously improve processes.
Professional development opportunities.

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Hard Skills & Tools

3D CADSolidWorksCreoNXPLMPDMDFMEAFEAprototypingmanufacturing processes

Soft Skills

problem-solvinganalytical skillscommunication skillsmentoringcontinuous improvement