Mechanical Designer

JOIN US, BUILD YOUR IDEAL

Are you passionate about preserving American engineering and manufacturing excellence while working for a company that makes a difference globally? Do you want to be part of an incredible 122-year-old brand with thousands of customers across more than 100 countries worldwide?

IDEAL ELECTRIC stands as the last independent, vertically integrated manufacturer and servicer of high‑power specialized rotating electric motors, generators, and associated equipment. Family‑run and oriented, we’re large enough to service, small enough to care – combining the capabilities of a major manufacturer with the entrepreneurial agility and innovative spirit that drives us to adapt quickly and solve complex challenges.

We’re seeking a Mechanical Designer ready to roll up their sleeves and make a tangible impact on critical infrastructure that powers communities and industries around the world. This position reports to the Engineering Supervisor and is based at our historic Mansfield, Ohio facility. You’ll join a team at an exceptional time of growth in our mission to deliver world‑class engineering and manufacturing excellence.

From offshore installations to power plants, naval vessels to industrial facilities, your work will have real‑world impact on systems that millions rely on daily across the continents and under the seas. If you’re ready to build a career you can take pride in while preserving critical engineering expertise built on a century of excellence and leading the electrification of the world, we want to talk to you.

The Mechanical Designer plays a vital role in our engineering team, creating and refining designs for our industry‑leading rotating electrical equipment products and services. Using the SOLIDWORKS® 3D CAD system and with minimal guidance, the Mechanical Designer will create/modify 3D models and prepare clear, complete, and accurate assembly and detail drawings (or revisions) from rough or detailed sketches, similar part drawings, or notes.

This position requires strong technical skills, creative problem‑solving abilities, and attention to detail to ensure designs meet our exacting standards of quality and functionality. Successful Designers will collaborate with the Mechanical and Electrical Engineering team to develop manufacturable solutions that uphold IDEAL’s deep reputation for excellence.

• Create and modify comprehensive 3D models and prepare clear, complete, and accurate assembly and detail drawings (or revisions) from rough or detailed sketches, similar part drawings, or notes
• Evaluate technical requirements to determine appropriate materials, dimensions, and specifications for each component and assembly
• Research similar existing drawings and evaluate their potential application to current projects to optimize design efficiency
• Make drawing revisions as required based on engineering feedback and production requirements
• Research and identify parts and part numbers using available resources to maintain consistency in documentation
• Create finished designs from written or oral instruction; assure designs meet requirements specified in resource documents
• Apply technical knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) to ensure designs meet quality standards
• Use SOLIDWORKS CAD system and SOLIDWORKS PDM for document and revision control
• Manage multiple design projects simultaneously while adhering to project timelines

• Five+ years of experience (preferred) performing similar duties
• Associate’s degree or equivalent from two (2) year college or technical school; or six (6) months to one (1) year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Due to the sensitive nature of some projects, US citizenship is required for this position
• Proficiency in SOLIDWORKS® 3D CAD and SOLIDWORKS® PDM systems (other CAD platforms may be considered depending on level of experience and satisfactory evaluation of sample work)
• Knowledge of GD&T and mechanical drawing standards
• Experience with product lifecycle management and revision control processes
• Strong understanding of…