Mechanical Designer

$28 - $43/Yr

Actalent - Melbourne, FL

Full-time - Mid Level

Melbourne, FL

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Designer to join our team. Under the general direction of the project engineer, this role involves designing fixtures and dies for the manufacturing of products through machining, welding, and fabrication. The ideal candidate will utilize CAD software such as NX, Creo, Solid Edge, and SpaceClaim to create designs for both new and existing parts.

Responsibilities

• Design fixtures and dies for manufacturing processes including machining, welding, and fabrication.
• Utilize CAD software (NX, Creo, Solid Edge, SpaceClaim) to develop and refine designs.
• Collaborate with project engineers to ensure designs meet project requirements and specifications.
• Read and interpret blueprints, symbols, and geometric tolerances based on military and commercial standards.
• Provide tooling designs that are manufacturable, safe, accurate, and meet the project scope of work for all manufacturing processes.

Requirements

• Proficient in design and CAD software.
• Experience with CNC machines.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and symbols.
• Knowledge of geometric tolerances based on military and commercial specifications.
• Familiarity with NX, Creo, Solid Edge, and SpaceClaim.
• 10+ years of tool design experience in the aerospace or aviation industry.

Nice-to-haves

• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to work under general direction and independently manage tasks.
• Commitment to safety and quality in all designs.

Benefits

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)