Mechanical Engineer

Real Performance Machinery, LLC is a world-class manufacturer specializing in high-value, technologically advanced capital equipment for the wood production industry. Our expert team specializes in engineering design, manufacturing, automation, controls development, customer service, and project management. We are dedicated to delivering premium-quality, purpose-built machinery designed to meet the unique needs of lumber mills. Our innovative solutions focus on primary and secondary breakdown processing to ensure maximum efficiency and performance.

Mechanical Design Engineer for advanced sawmill equipment and machinery. Creating technical drawings, layout drawings, advanced 3D CAD modeling. Assist in product ideation and design. Participates in design reviews and revisions. Collaborate with simulation and manufacturing teams and modify upon feedback. Working alongside drafters and manufacturing engineers to develop understanding of manufacturing processes, processing parts through ERP system including the creation of Bill of Materials and Part Routers.

Documentation and revision change processes on existing and new parts.

Shift: Monday-Friday 7:00am-4:00pm

This is an on-site position in Independence, VA.

Education/

Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• 3+ years of experience in mechanical design

Software

Skills:

• Solid Works - Advanced
• AutoCAD - Advanced

Technical

Skills:

• Design for Manufacturing
• Understanding of Manufacturing processes
• ERP – Part entry, Bill of Material, Part Routings
• Advanced CAD modeling skills
• Tolerance analysis and understanding
• Minimum of 5 years of engineering experience or college degree in Engineering

Non-technical

Skills:

• Teamwork – collaboration and brainstorming with other team members
• Iteration mindset
• Organized and ability to follow schedules
• Proper documentation techniques and concepts
• This position requires time spent in the office managing projects as well as time on the shop floor working with production personnel in the development/improvement of processes.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with heavy industrial machinery or sawmill equipment
• Knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, and power transmission systems
• Familiarity with FEA, load calculations, and structural analysis
• Experience supporting equipment in field or production environments