Job Title: Solidworks Design Engineer Job Description As a Solidworks Design Engineer, you will be responsible for transforming customer challenges into innovative product design solutions. You will play a key role in creating quotes for components, ensuring the delivery of solutions from inception to completion, and collaborating with Sales Engineers to integrate new products. Additionally, you will coach engineers in the department and support the development of mechanical best practices. Responsibilities • Translate customer problems into new product design solutions. • Create quotes detailing component specifications, timelines, and costs. • Own the delivery process of solutions, focusing on cost, fit, function, and timing. • Collaborate with Sales Engineers to incorporate new products into solutions. • Coach engineers on processes and engineering excellence. • Support the creation and maintenance of mechanical best practices. Essential Skills • 1+ years of experience designing in Solidworks. • Sheetmetal experience, including metal • Additional Skills & Qualifications bending and fabrication. • Experience with FEA/CAE and simulation, including load testing and design simulation. • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering. • OEM experience, particularly with companies like Ford and Stellantis. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $49.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • 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) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Adrian,MI. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jul 25, 2025. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
See More Details >>Adrian Steel is committed to providing the best cargo management solutions in North America. Because of this, we take our customer service to the next level. Since our beginning in 1953, our Adrian, Michigan, corporate office and manufacturing facility now encompass a 166,900 square ft. facility. We have up fitted over one million vehicles and counting! It's a fact that an organized vehicle increases workflow efficiency and reduces inventory damages. *We are recognized as a National Truck Equipment Association MVP. We specialize in van storage solutions and accessories for all trades, including HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, Building, Auto Glass, Painting, Locksmith, Parcel Delivery, and Cable/Satellite contractors to name a few. We pride ourselves on respect, contribution, stability, and compensation to foster a long-lasting relationship that puts Adrian Steel on the market as an employer of choice. As a premier employer, our employees are offered a robust benefits package that is constantly benchmarked to ensure we can attract and retain top talent. We value the dedication and innovation of all employees; we promote daily collaboration to ensure we are providing employees the opportunity to share ideas that will provide the best solutions and products for our customers. Our goal is to partner with self-motivated and driven individuals and foster a relationship of continuous improvement, while keeping our Mission Statement front and center; ?Doing it right the first time, always improving.? Our organization is currently seeking a Design Engineer. A successful candidate will be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. • Responsible for translating a customer problem into a new product design solution • Responsible for the creation of a customer quote (what, when & how much) of their components • Own the validation of the solution (cost/fit/function/timing) of their components from start to finish • Collaboratively work with the Sales Engineers to incorporate new products into the solution The key behaviors required for this role are: • Ability to critical think / problem solve • Proactively identify and communicate risk • Ability to challenge effectively & communicate confidently • Ability to effectively utilize the ASCO business processes and systems • Ownership • Attention to detail • Effective team player Education required for this role: • BS in Engineering preferred; company will consider a combination of education and experience • Formal training and proficiency in CAD/Solidworks preferred • Proficient in Microsoft applications Additional Requirements: • Must meet and maintain all requirements to be a ?Driver? as defined in Adrian Steel Fleet Corporate Driving Policy • Valid driver?s license • Acceptable driving record (Adrian Steel authorized) Benefits Offered: • 401K • Medical / Health Savings Account • Dental • Employee Assistance • Teladoc • Group Life • Short / Long Term Disability • Health & Wellness Programs • Vision • Voluntary Benefits include Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, and Hospital Indemnity • Paid Time Off • Paid Holidays • Flexible Schedules We are committed to fostering a safe work environment?one that celebrates diversity, offers equal opportunities and where all employees feel secure, involved, valued, and respected. We do not tolerate discrimination, unlawful harassment, hate-related behavior, or threats of workplace violence.
See More Details >>We are looking for a dynamic Sr. Machine & Tooling Design Engineer to join our team! Who we are: Brazeway is the world’s largest producer of frost-free evaporator coils and a top global supplier of aluminum heat transfer tubing and components of the appliance, HVAC, and automotive air conditioning industries. What we provide: A strong, collaborative team culture. A safe and progressive work environment. What drives us: The philosophy that our people are our most important asset. We believe that hiring great people and giving them the opportunity and freedom to be creative, will make great things happen. Our best designs and most impactful innovations are developed in an environment where no idea is too far-fetched, no effort is wasted, and no vision is too far off. The outcome from this approach has propelled us to the forefront of ingenuity for all the sectors we serve. Where we are located: This position could work from either Shelbyville, IN, or Adrian, MI. Our facility in Shelbyville, Indiana, is in a great location for commuters and residents of the Indianapolis area. Within a 30-45-minute commute are opportunities to live in the heart of a vibrant city or live in a suburb with all the amenities. Our Corporate Headquarters is in Adrian, Michigan. This area is a great location for commuters and residents of both Ohio and Michigan, providing housing options to fit any lifestyle. Within a 45-minute commute are opportunities to live on a lake, live in the heart of a vibrant city, or live in a suburb with all the amenities. We also have manufacturing facilities located in Hopkinsville, Kentucky and Monterrey, Mexico. What the position entails: This position applies appropriate engineering and manufacturing technology to design, develop, cost, build, install and implement prototype and production equipment and tooling, as well as stepped improvements in new and existing processes in the areas of quality, productivity, competitiveness, and lean initiatives across the company. The engineer serves as an Sr. Manufacturing Engineer (SME) to the entire organization including the Model Shop, Controls, Quality, Engineering, Maintenance, and Production teams across four facilities and fills the role of project leader and/or SME on major plant expenditures and new tooling/equipment programs and/or continuous improvement activities, along with developing manufacturing technical competencies. Major Responsibilities: • Provide technical (SME) support, throughout the Brazeway organization and affiliates. • Conceive, design and/or manage the design of new machines and tooling. • Conceive, design, develop, purchase, qualify, and install manufacturing equipment, tooling, fixtures, and gauges to facilitate production requirements, while incorporating the tools of Lean, Six Sigma and meeting Safety and Ergonomic expectations. • Develop technical resources across all facilities. • Develop strong relations with key equipment suppliers. • Qualify and validate new manufacturing equipment and tooling to ensure that they are safe, efficient, and meet all local, state and federal requirements. This includes the work environment and any associated ergonomic or other human factors. • Apply engineering principles and analyses to develop, design and/or make incremental and breakthrough manufacturing process improvements. • Ensure that new manufacturing processes meet customer product, delivery, and cost requirements. • Participate as a key APQP team member in: Design, analysis, budget, prototypes and samples, purchase and/or build equipment, training, implementation, and improvements. • Analyze and resolve complex manufacturing problems, utilizing knowledge of equipment and tooling design along with process capability, materials, fabrication processes, assembly methods, and quality management tools. • Actively support and manage within Brazeway’s mission, vision, Code of Conduct, and Process Based Leadership guidelines. • Actively supports our 5S + Safety programs. • Able and willing to travel internationally and/or domestically, up to 30-50% What a candidate must have to be qualified for the role: • Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering • 5 years minimum machine design experience • 2 years’ experience with products related to refrigeration, extrusion, HVAC, or tubing preferred • Proven project management experience • Lean and/or Six Sigma experience required • Strong commitment to a team environment • Bilingual (Spanish) a plus At Brazeway, it’s about more than what we get done – it’s about how we do it. Throughout the organization, we pride ourselves in delivering work based on our Core Values. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diverse backgrounds and do not discriminate. Beyond engaging and rewarding work, we offer a total rewards package including: Competitive salary, annual bonus program, 401(k) matching and profit sharing contributions, health insurance options with competitive premiums, life insurance, disability insurance, paid holidays and vacations, and other benefits such as recognition programs, gym memberships, and wellness perks.
See More Details >>Embarking on a career in the mechanical trade in Adrian, MI, often begins with a structured apprenticeship, blending practical experience with theoretical knowledge, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships typically span three to four years, demanding extensive training under seasoned professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 259,000 mechanical trade professionals nationwide, with 480 in Adrian, MI, and the field is projected to grow by 11% from 2023 to 2033. Apprentices in Adrian earn an average of $670 per week, with experienced professionals often surpassing $2,000 per week. Vocational schools, unions, and platforms like HireLevel facilitate apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with substantial earning potential.
