Mechanical Designer

Company: Manpower Engineering
Location: Burnsville
Posted on: March 1, 2026

Job Description:

Our client is seeking a creative and driven Mechanical Designer to join their growing team. This position is centered on innovation, ownership, and full-cycle product development. You will take new products from concept through production, developing practical, manufacturable solutions while collaborating directly with customers and cross-functional teams. If you enjoy solving real-world engineering challenges, designing for manufacturability, and seeing your ideas move from sketch to finished product, this is the opportunity for you. Job Title: Mechanical Designer Location: Burnsville, MN Salary: 70-76k Key Responsibilities Lead mechanical design efforts for new product development from concept through production release Create detailed 3D models and production drawings using SolidWorks Design and develop sheet metal components and assemblies Apply DFX (Design for Excellence/Manufacturability) principles to ensure cost-effective and efficient production Select appropriate materials and manufacturing processes including sheet metal, castings, injection molding, extrusion, machining, paint & powder coating, PCBA, and assembly Develop prototypes using traditional and additive manufacturing methods Interface directly with customers to clarify requirements, present design concepts, and incorporate feedback Collaborate with manufacturing, supply chain, and quality teams to ensure successful product launches Participate in design reviews and continuous improvement initiatives Required Qualifications Associate of Science degree in Drafting, Product Design, Engineering Technology, or equivalent Minimum of two (2) years of mechanical design experience in a manufacturing environment Strong SolidWorks proficiency Hands-on experience with sheet metal design Experience supporting new product development from concept to completion Knowledge of DFX principles for precision manufacturing materials and processes Working knowledge of additive manufacturing What Makes This Role Unique Direct customer interaction and design ownership Opportunity to create and innovate — not just maintain existing products Exposure to diverse manufacturing processes and technologies Ability to see your designs move from concept to finished product

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