Senior Mechanical Designer

This range is provided by Sterling Engineering. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

$40.00/hr - $50.00/hr

$40–$50/hour (based on experience)

We’re partnering with a growing engineering team to add an experienced Mechanical Designer III to support new product development initiatives
. This role is ideal for a hands‑on designer who enjoys owning designs from concept through release and collaborating closely with engineering and manufacturing teams.

If you’re someone who thrives in a fast‑paced, project‑driven environment and wants a clear path to long‑term employment, this could be a great next step.

• Create 3D CAD models and assemblies from concepts, sketches, and engineering input
• Develop detailed component and assembly drawings with proper dimensioning and GD&T
• Apply design‑for‑manufacturing principles for machined, molded, and fabricated parts
• Perform tolerance stack‑ups and support design validation
• Prepare models for prototyping, 3D printing, and engineering analysis
• Support prototype builds, testing, and product validation activities
• Participate in engineering change and documentation release processes
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain
• Provide technical guidance to junior designers as needed

• Associate degree in Mechanical Engineering or Engineering Technology (required)
• 8+ years of mechanical design experience in a product development or engineering environment
• 8+ years of hands‑on 3D CAD experience (Creo preferred)
• Strong knowledge of GD&T and tolerance analysis
• Experience creating accurate models, drawings, and bills of materials
• Strong communication skills and ability to work cross‑functionally

• Contract‑to‑hire opportunity with long‑term potential
• Competitive hourly pay
• Work on new product development projects (not just sustaining work)
• Collaborative engineering environment with real ownership of designs

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Manufacturing

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)