Mechanical Design Engineer

Position Overview

The Mechanical Designer joins Benshaw’s Research and Development team to design, develop, and optimize mechanical systems and components for new electrical products, with a focus on electrical enclosures and power electronics. The role supports product development through mechanical design, prototyping, conformance testing to UL and IEC standards, and manufacturing support.

Location -

Onsite- Benshaw, 615 Alpha Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15238

This position is open to candidates who currently reside in the Pittsburgh area. Relocation assistance is not available.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Participate in the design and development of mechanical components and systems for electrical products, ensuring they meet industry standards and customer requirements.
• Collaborate with electrical engineers, product managers, and manufacturing teams to integrate mechanical and electrical systems.
• Conduct feasibility studies and develop prototypes to evaluate new mechanical designs and recommend improvements.
• Use CAD software to create detailed 3D models and 2D drawings of mechanical components for manufacturing.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory and safety standards throughout the design and development process.
• Investigate and resolve mechanical issues identified during product testing, manufacturing, or customer use, and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Collaborate with suppliers to select materials and manufacturing processes that optimize component performance and cost-effectiveness.
• Participate in design reviews and clearly present technical information to management, customers, and other stakeholders.
• Stay current with relevant technologies and apply new knowledge to improve product development.

Minimum Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in mechanical design, preferably in the electrical components industry.
• Expertise in mechanical design, analysis, and optimization, with a focus on electrical components and systems.
• Proficiency in CAD software, such as SolidWorks or Autodesk Inventor, and other relevant engineering tools.
• Demonstrated experience designing for manufacturability, cost-effectiveness, and reliability.
• Solid understanding of material properties and mechanical behavior.
• Familiarity with industry standards, regulations, and safety guidelines related to electrical components and systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to establish priorities and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Effective verbal, written, listening, and presentation skills, with the ability to collaborate with a diverse group of professionals.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with supply chain teams and vendors.
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong commitment to customer service and teamwork.

Travel Requirements

• Ability to travel occasionally, up to 10%, to test products at third-party testing laboratories and visit customer locations.