Mechanical Designer at DVM Power +… · 1510…

Summary: Mission Critical Group (MCG) is an end-to-end power solutions and services provider that accelerates time-to-power and delivers scalable infrastructure for mission critical environments. The Mechanical Designer is responsible for developing accurate designs of sheet metal panels and structural supports for low- to medium-voltage switchgear, ensuring compliance with customer requirements and regulatory standards while collaborating with various teams to solve design challenges. Responsibilities: - Create detailed 3D models and drawings of sheet metal panels, structural supports, barriers, and bus assemblies using CAD software, specifically AutoDesk Inventor - Ensure all designs align with manufacturability, customer specifications, safety, and regulatory requirements - Collaborate closely with electrical designers to accurately integrate structural and copper bus elements into customer drawing packages - Partner cross-functionally with project management, manufacturing, sales, estimating, and field service to support project execution and resolve technical issues - Prepare bills of materials, assembly drawings, and cut sheets to support manufacturing in a timely and efficient manner - Reduce cycle time by reusing or adapting existing designs where applicable - Contribute to design reviews and process improvements that enhance quality, reduce costs, and improve reliability - Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior mechanical designers - Perform other duties as assigned Required Qualifications: - 0-1 years of progressive mechanical design experience, with significant experience in switchgear, power distribution equipment, or related electrical equipment manufacturing - 0-1 years of hands-on experience with sheet metal design, structural assemblies, and conductive bus bar design for low- to medium-voltage applications - Advanced proficiency with AutoDesk Inventor; familiarity with additional 3D CAD tools a plus - Extensive experience preparing parts lists, bills of materials, and assembly drawings for manufacturing - Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, including sheet metal fabrication, machining, press brake operations, and CNC punch equipment - Understanding of product lifecycle management, quality control, design for manufacturability, and cost optimization - Proven ability to lead complex mechanical design projects and collaborate with cross-functional teams - Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; experience with ERP/MRP systems such as IFS, SAP, or similar - Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities - Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex technical information to customers, leadership, and cross-functional teams - Advanced mathematical skills, including the ability to calculate proportions, dimensions, tolerances, and material specifications - Highly organized, self-motivated, and detail-oriented with a commitment to quality and integrity - High School/GED, required Preferred Qualifications: - Professional Engineer (PE) license Required Skills: Mechanical design, Switchgear design, Power distribution equipment, Sheet metal design, Structural assemblies, Conductive bus bar design, AutoDesk Inventor, 3D CAD tools, Bills of materials preparation, Assembly drawings, Manufacturing processes, Sheet metal fabrication, Machining, Press brake operations, CNC punch equipment, Product lifecycle management, Quality control, Design for manufacturability, Cost optimization, Microsoft Office Suite, ERP/MRP systems, Mathematical skills, Professional Engineer (PE) license