Job Description
Mechanical Designer
Location: Richmond, VA
Pay Rate: $30–$35/hr
Job Type: Contract to Hire
The Role
We are seeking a detail-oriented Mechanical Designer (Contractor) to support design and development initiatives for mechanical systems and components. This role requires expertise in SolidWorks, strong knowledge of mechanical principles, and the ability to collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to deliver manufacturable, high-quality designs.
Basic Qualifications
- Associate’s degree in Mechanical Design, Mechanical Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- Proficiency in SolidWorks 3D software.
- Strong understanding of mechanical principles, materials, manufacturing processes, and GD&T.
- Experience creating detailed assembly drawings and documentation.
- Ability to interpret engineering specifications and apply design standards.
- Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and creativity.
- Effective communication and teamwork skills.
- Experience with product lifecycle management (PLM) systems.
- Familiarity with sheet metal design, machining, plastics, or other manufacturing methods.
Preferred Qualifications
- Knowledge of finite element analysis (FEA) or simulation tools.
- Experience with UL, CSA, IEC electrical safety and EMC requirements related to power system design.
Responsibilities
- Develop 2D and 3D models, assemblies, and detailed drawings using SolidWorks and similar software.
- Translate concepts, sketches, and specifications into manufacturable designs.
- Collaborate with engineers to refine designs and ensure compliance with requirements, standards, and safety regulations.
- Conduct tolerance analysis, material selection, and design-for-manufacturing (DFM) evaluations.
- Support prototype development, testing, and validation of components.
- Revise and update existing drawings and documentation as needed.
- Work with suppliers and manufacturing teams to ensure feasibility and quality of designs.
- Maintain accurate records, documentation, and version control of design files.
- Support product safety certifications with NRTL partners (UL, CSA, IEC).
Responsibilities
Responsibilities
- Develop 2D and 3D models, assemblies, and detailed drawings using SolidWorks and similar software.
- Translate concepts, sketches, and specifications into manufacturable designs.
- Collaborate with engineers to refine designs and ensure compliance with requirements, standards, and safety regulations.
- Conduct tolerance analysis, material selection, and design-for-manufacturing (DFM) evaluations.
- Support prototype development, testing, and validation of components.
- Revise and update existing drawings and documentation as needed.
- Work with suppliers and manufacturing teams to ensure feasibility and quality of designs.
- Maintain accurate records, documentation, and version control of design files.
- Support product safety certifications with NRTL partners (UL, CSA, IEC).
Requirements
Basic Qualifications
- Associate’s degree in Mechanical Design, Mechanical Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- Proficiency in SolidWorks 3D software.
- Strong understanding of mechanical principles, materials, manufacturing processes, and GD&T.
- Experience creating detailed assembly drawings and documentation.
- Ability to interpret engineering specifications and apply design standards.
- Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and creativity.
- Effective communication and teamwork skills.
- Experience with product lifecycle management (PLM) systems.
- Familiarity with sheet metal design, machining, plastics, or other manufacturing methods.
Preferred Qualifications
- Knowledge of finite element analysis (FEA) or simulation tools.
- Experience with UL, CSA, IEC electrical safety and EMC requirements related to power system design.
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