Mechanical Engineer Designer; MEDP

Mechanical Engineer Designer (MEDP) Job

The Capital Mechanical Designer is responsible for creating detailed mechanical designs and drawings for capital projects. This role involves working closely with engineers and project managers to ensure that designs meet project specifications, industry standards, and budget constraints.

What you'll do includes:

• Design Development:
  Create detailed 3D models and 2D drawings of mechanical components and assemblies using CAD software.
• Collaboration:
  
  Work with engineers and project managers to evaluate the feasibility of proposed designs and refine product structures.
• Documentation:
  Document design processes, assembly instructions, and other project requirements for manufacturing teams.
• Testing and Revision:
  Test prototype designs to ensure they meet required specifications and make necessary adjustments.
• Compliance:
  Ensure all designs comply with industry standards and project specifications.

What will make you successful:

• Proficiency in CAD design tools to create accurate 3D models and detailed drawings
• Strong understanding of mechanical design principles and manufacturing processes
• Ability to collaborate effectively with engineers and project managers to refine designs
• Attention to detail in documentation, tolerances, and specifications
• Problem-solving skills to evaluate feasibility and improve designs within budget and project constraints

Qualifications:

• Associate degree in mechanical design, mechanical engineering technology, or a related field.
• Graduating seniors in December 2025 or May 2026
• Minimum GPA of 3.0
• Proficiency with AutoCAD software, strong technical drawing skills, and the ability to perform detailed calculations.

What will make you stand out:

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical design, mechanical engineering technology, or a related field.
• Additional certifications such as Certified Mechanical Designer or a professional certification from the American Design Drafting Association (ADDA) may be beneficial.
• Previous experience in mechanical design or a related field

Physical and Mental Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to: sit for prolonged periods; repetitive motion of hands/wrists/fingers; concentrate and repeat the same physical or mental activities over and over; think analytically and be exact or highly accurate; make decisions such as to identify complex problems, develop options and implement solutions; work in a team; ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADAAA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards;

pay attention to and remember details; communicate effectively including active listening to understand points being made, and asking appropriate questions and not interrupting inappropriately; speak to convey information effectively; write to communicate effectively as appropriate for the needs of the audience; read to understand work related documents; move between different physical locations within and between buildings; and push, pull, carry and lift in the normal course of travel.

Work Environment:

Requires working indoors in environmentally controlled conditions with standard level of noise common to an office environment including office equipment and co-workers speaking to each other and on phones. Employees are required to wear personal protective equipment when entering the floor of manufacturing facilities based on the specific requirements of each location.

Why should you join Armstrong World Industries?

Armstrong World Industries (AWI) is an Americas leader in the design and manufacture of innovative interior and exterior architectural applications including ceilings, specialty walls and exterior metal solutions. With approximately $1.4 billion in revenue, AWI has about 3,700 employees and a manufacturing network of 21 facilities in North America. At home, at work, in healthcare facilities, classrooms, stores, or restaurants, we offer interior solutions that help to enhance comfort, save time, improve building efficiency and overall performance, and create beautiful spaces.

For more than 160 years, we have built our business on trust and integrity. It set us apart then, and it sets us apart now, along with our ability to collaborate with and innovate for the people we're here to serve - our customers, our shareholders, our communities and our employees. We are committed to developing new and sustainable architectural solutions, with design and performance possibilities that make a positive difference in spaces where we live, work, learn, heal and play.

It's an exciting, rewarding business to be in, and we're committed to continue to grow and prosper for the benefit of all of our stakeholders.

Our Sustainability Ambition "Bringing our Purpose to Life" - lead a transformation in the design and building of spaces fit for today and tomorrow. We are committed to:
Engaging a diverse, purpose-driven workforce;
Transforming buildings from structures that shelter into structures that…