Mechanical Engineering Designer – Fire Protection
Core States Group
Lead Mechanical Design Engineer
Industrial Manufacturing
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Jacksonville • Florida • 🇺🇸 United States
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💰 $115,200 - $182,000 per year
Job Level
Senior
About the role
- Mentoring and providing guidance to junior engineers and designers, fostering skill development within the team.
- Designing and customizing mechanical solutions to meet client-specific requirements, focusing on manufacturability and compliance with industry and internal standards.
- Performing advanced 3D modeling and creating detailed 2D drawings, including client coordination drawings and fabrication documentation.
- Collaborating with clients, project managers, and internal teams to ensure designs are aligned with project goals and timelines.
- Reviewing designs to maintain accuracy, quality, and compliance with industry guidelines, such as IEEE/ANSI C37.20 and UL 891/1558.
- Providing technical support during manufacturing and installation phases to ensure seamless execution.
- Conducting peer reviews of designs to ensure high-quality deliverables and compliance with engineering standards.
- Assisting in identifying and addressing project challenges, ensuring alignment with timelines and client expectations.
Requirements
- BSME or equivalent required, MSME is preferred
- 5-7+ years of experience in mechanical design, preferably in DTO or custom engineering
- Professional Engineer (PE) license is preferred
- Experience mentoring and guiding junior engineers preferred
- Experience working in a design-to-order or custom engineering environment is strongly preferred
- Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Familiarity with low voltage and medium voltage switchgear, utility systems, or the power industry is preferred
- Proficiency in sheet metal design, including manufacturability and cost optimization
- Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills
- Proficiency with SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or Pro E; Finite Element Analysis (FEA) experience is a plus
- Knowledge of IEEE/ANSI C37.20, UL891/1558 design guidelines and NFPA70E are desirable
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to collaborate across teams.
Benefits
- Comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support employees' well-being, growth, and long-term success
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard skills
mechanical design3D modeling2D drawingssheet metal designFinite Element Analysis (FEA)manufacturabilitycost optimizationdesign-to-order engineeringproject managementproblem-solving
Soft skills
mentoringguidanceattention to detailanalytical thinkingcommunicationcollaborationprioritizationtime managementteamworkclient coordination
Certifications
BSMEMSMEProfessional Engineer (PE) license
