Mechanical Designer I

## Description

The Mechanical Designer I supports engineering activities by creating and updating mechanical models and drawings based on redlines and established design direction. This role produces complete mechanical design packages with a moderate level of customization, supports multiple low-complexity projects, and applies intermediate proficiency in Autodesk Inventor while continuing to develop technical independence and design judgment.

**Responsibilities/Job Duties:**

• Create and update 3D models and 2D drawings from redlines and marked-up documentation.
• Produce complete mechanical design packages containing up to 50% custom assemblies.
• Manage and execute work for up to three (3) concurrent low-custom projects.
• Maintain drafting accuracy resulting in fewer than three (3) redline iterations on average due to drafting errors.
• Apply established drafting standards, templates, and best practices.
• Incorporate feedback from engineers/senior designers to improve design quality and efficiency.
• Ensure deliverables are accurate, complete, and ready for review or release.

## Qualifications
**Qualifications:**

• Intermediate proficiency in Autodesk Inventor.
• Basic understanding of mechanical drafting standards and documentation practices.
• Ability to work on multiple projects while meeting quality and schedule expectations.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn.
• Effective communication skills and ability to accept technical feedback.

**Education/Experience:**

• Associate's degree in Drafting, Engineering Technology, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in mechanical drafting and design. Experience with process piping is a plus.
• Certification in Autodesk Inventor preferred.
• Proficient in Autodesk (Inventor, AutoCAD, Vault); familiarity with other design software (e.g.,SolidWorks, Revit) is a plus.

**Physical Requirements:**

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to access and navigate all areas of construction sites.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

• **Required Technical Skills:**
• **Autodesk Inventor – Intermediate Proficiency**

• Strong understanding of different parameter types and parametric design intent
• Ability to create parametric equations and formulas
• Complex 3D part feature creation, including:
• Loft and Sweep features
• Patterning – including patterns of patterns
• Shell features
• Use of advanced assembly tools, including:
• View representations
• Positional representations
• Derived parts
• Basic use of model states
• Familiarity with Frame Generator and structural modeling concepts
• Creation and management of complex drawings, including:
• Managing section and detail views
• Breakout views
• Exploded views
• Retrieved dimensions