Mechanical Design Engineer

Mechanical Design Engineer Location: Wendell, NC Our client is hiring a Mechanical Design Engineer to turn systems engineering documentation and external design packages into complete, manufacturing-ready designs for panel-built products under UL 508A standards.

Responsibilities

• Convert systems engineering documentation and external engineering packages into full manufacturing-ready designs - Take mechanical ownership of project Bills of Materials, including creation, validation, and release of assemblies and components - Build and maintain high-fidelity 3D digital twins of panel assemblies in Siemens NX, ensuring accurate layout, manufacturability, and UL 508A compliance - Execute 3D wire routing in NX to generate harness lengths for automated harness production - Maintain a standardized, organized mechanical part library in Siemens TeamCenter - Upload, structure, and maintain SAP BOMs to support production, procurement, and material readiness - Partner directly with manufacturing teams to resolve build issues and clarify design intent - Support process improvements that advance digitalization and automation in the engineering workflow - Review and update drawings, schematics, and manufacturing documentation for accuracy Requirements:
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering - 3+ years of experience in a technical engineering role, including at least 1 year in a complex, made-to-order production environment - Proficiency with AutoCAD or AutoCAD Electrical - Experience working with 3D models/digital twin (Siemens NX preferred) Preferred:
• Siemens NX experience - Familiarity with protection & automation systems - Familiarity with US 508A panel-building standards