Mechanical Designer Entegee - 3.7 Newport News, VA Job Details Full-time | Contract $35 - $40 an hour 7 hours ago Benefits Commuter assistance Disability insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Design for assembly Mechanical blueprint interpretation Tooling GD&T Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) Certification Fixture assembly 3D modeling for product design Attention to detail Collaboration with manufacturing teams 3D modeling Manufacturing company experience Mechanical troubleshooting Full Job Description Job Description We are seeking a skilled Mechanical Designer or Manufacturing Tooling Design Engineer to design and develop manufacturing fixtures, tooling, jigs, and gauges. This individual will support production operations by creating practical, cost-effective mechanical designs that improve product quality, manufacturing efficiency, workplace safety, and overall productivity. The ideal candidate has experience with 3D CAD modeling, mechanical design, engineering drawings, and manufacturing processes, along with the ability to collaborate with manufacturing engineering and production teams to develop and improve tooling solutions. Responsibilities Design and develop manufacturing fixtures, tooling, jigs, and gauges to support production operations. Create 3D CAD models, assemblies, detailed engineering drawings, and Bills of Materials (BOMs). Apply Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and dimensional tolerances to ensure design accuracy and functionality. Incorporate Design for Manufacturability (DFM) principles into tooling and fixture designs. Select appropriate materials and consider machining, fabrication, and assembly requirements. Support prototype development, fabrication, assembly, testing, and validation of new tooling. Coordinate with manufacturing engineering, machinists, fabrication teams, and production personnel to implement tooling solutions. Evaluate existing fixtures and tooling and recommend design improvements to enhance quality, safety, and production efficiency. Modify designs based on testing results, production feedback, and changing manufacturing requirements. Maintain accurate engineering drawings, specifications, BOMs, and design documentation. Assist with tooling installation, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement initiatives. Qualifications Experience in mechanical design within a manufacturing or industrial environment. Previous experience designing manufacturing fixtures, tooling, jigs, or gauges. Proficiency in 3D CAD modeling, assemblies, and detailed engineering drawings. Knowledge of GD&T, dimensional tolerances, materials, and fabrication processes. Understanding of Design for Manufacturability (DFM) principles. Experience supporting prototyping, fabrication, testing, or mechanical design validation. Ability to interpret engineering drawings and manufacturing specifications. Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Ability to collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and production teams. Preferred Qualifications Experience with SolidWorks for 3D modeling, assemblies, and detailed drawings. Experience developing and improving production tooling and manufacturing fixtures. Knowledge of machining, welding, metal fabrication, and material selection. Experience with tooling installation, testing, and validation. Familiarity with manufacturing process optimization and continuous improvement.

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Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, term life insurance, short-term disability insurance, additional voluntary benefits, commuter benefits and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.

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GRPB Pay:

$35.00 - $40.00 per hour People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location:

In person