Mechanical Design Engineer

Mechanical Design Engineer    Location: On-site in Mebane, NC    Base Salary Rate: $108,000 – $127,305 per year    Job type: Full-time position     About This Role   The Mechanical Design Engineer is responsible for the design, development, and continuous improvement of fire extinguisher products and related safety devices. This includes new product development, productivity improvements, sustainability initiatives, and research into emerging technologies. The Mechanical Design Engineer ensures compliance with agency requirements and supports cross-functional collaboration to deliver high-quality, cost-effective, and innovative solutions.    Key Responsibilities     Develop new products based on Product Management and Marketing/Sales requirements  Ensure compliance with customer, agency, and governmental standards  Define and execute design plans for NPD projects  Support product redesign and realignment initiatives to achieve cost reductions  Drive improvements in efficiency and profitability through engineering solutions  Provide technical support for operations, including product updates and issue resolution  Maintain and update product documentation as needed  Investigate and evaluate new technologies for fire extinguishers and related safety products  Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to bring innovative solutions to market    Basic Qualifications    Associate’s degree in Mechanical Design, Drafting, CAD Technology, Industrial Design, or related field  5+ years’ experience in mechanical design using SolidWorks including 3D modeling and 2D drafting    Preferred Qualifications     Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering  Strong knowledge of GD&T, tolerance analysis, 2D technical specifications, and relevant standards (ASTM, SAE, ISO)  Familiarity with product development processes and cross-functional collaboration.  Experience with SolidWorks automation tools such as API, macros, design tables, or configurations  Professional certifications such as Certified SOLIDWORKS Associate (CSWA), Certified SOLIDWORKS Professional (CSWP), or Certified SOLIDWORKS Expert (CSWE) are highly valued  Experience with PDM systems such as Windchill or SolidWorks PDM  Working knowledge of sheet metal, plastic, machined, and mechanical parts  Understanding of manufacturing processes, materials, and design-for-manufacturability (DFM) principles  Exposure to Lean Design, Design for Six Sigma, or similar continuous improvement methodologies  Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks efficiently.  Strong organizational and documentation skills