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Mechanical Design Engineer in Oakwood

Date Posted: Friday, March 20, 2026

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Job Description

Mechanical Design Engineer

We are seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join a fast-growing, industry-leading organization that has been delivering innovative engineered solutions for over 25 years. With more than 200 employees, a strong engineering team, and significant facility expansion in recent years, this company continues to experience rapid growth and offers excellent opportunities for career advancement.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and test mechanical systems and components for specialized equipment and engineered assemblies

  • Manage projects from initial concept and design through release to manufacturing

  • Utilize SolidWorks 3D to create detailed models, drawings, and design documentation

  • Maintain product design documentation, BOM structures, and engineering change releases

  • Partner with manufacturing teams to troubleshoot issues and ensure designs are optimized for production

  • Support R&D initiatives by testing, validating, and refining new product concepts

  • Drive VAVE efforts to improve product performance while reducing cost

  • Develop and execute verification testing plans to ensure designs meet performance and quality requirements

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field

  • 5+ years of mechanical design experience

  • Strong background in mechanical system design, fluid systems, or related equipment

  • Proficiency with SolidWorks 3D

  • Experience with VAVE initiatives preferred

  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills

  • Ability to work autonomously, stay internally motivated, and keep projects moving forward in a fast-paced environment

Please submit a resume for consideration. Only the most qualified applicants who provide a resume will be contacted. Must be eligible to work the U.S. without restrictions. If you would like to learn more about Manufacturing opportunities, contact Dan Poel with gpac. Resumes can be confidentially sent to dan.poel@gogpac.com #engineer #designengineer #mechanicaldesignengineer #engineering #mechanicalengineer #manufacturing #hvac #heater #controls #PLC #CAD #autocad #solidworks #design #industrialmanufacturing design engineer design engineer mechanical design engineer mechanical design engineer engineer 

 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

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