🚀 MECHANICAL DESIGN ENGINEER | GULFPORT, MS
A rapidly growing manufacturing company is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join its team in Gulfport, MS. This is an excellent opportunity for a mechanically strong, hands-on engineer who enjoys taking projects from concept through CAD, testing, release, and production support.
🔧 JOB DESCRIPTION
- 🖥️ Develop detailed 2D/3D designs, models, drawings, and specifications using CAD software.
- 🔩 Design products involving steel and other metals, fabrication, mechanical assemblies, automotive/truck equipment, and industrial machinery.
- ⚙️ Work with hydraulic, pneumatic, vacuum, PTO, and related mechanical systems.
- 🛠️ Participate in hands-on testing, troubleshooting, validation, and product improvement — approximately 80% CAD / 20% shop work.
- 📐 Apply FEA and engineering principles to develop safe, effective, manufacturable designs.
- 🤝 Collaborate with manufacturing, R&D, and other teams while managing multiple projects.
- 💡 Develop proficiency in product costs/specifications and support the quote-to-build process.
- Take projects from concept through release while meeting customer, regulatory, safety, and production requirements.
🎯 JOB REQUIREMENTS
- 🎓 Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field; alternative engineering degree with 5+ years of experience considered.
- 3+ years Design Engineering experience, or 5 years engineering experience with 2 years in design.
- 🖥️ 3+ years 2D/3D solid modeling experience, preferably SolidWorks.
- ⚙️ 3+ years hydraulic design/operations experience.
- 📐 2+ years FEA experience.
- 🔌 Basic knowledge of 12V DC electrical systems.
- 🔩 Experience with steel/metal projects in automotive, truck, industrial equipment, machinery, or similar environments.
- 🏭 Strong mechanical aptitude and interest in metal fabrication and hands-on work.
- 💡 Creative, resourceful problem solver with a self-starter mentality.
- 🤝 Strong communication and teamwork skills with the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
If you enjoy designing it, building it, testing it, and making it better, we'd like to hear from you.