The role involves creating detailed 3D CAD models and manufacturing-ready technical drawings using SolidWorks. The engineer will also handle reverse engineering, design modifications, and collaborate with stakeholders to bring products from concept to production.
This is a remote position.
US Mechanical Design Engineer (SolidWorks) - Remote / Night-shift / Contract Role
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Role Overview
- Got a knack for turning ideas into real-world products?
- We're looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer who can bridge the gap between concept and production. In this role, you'll use your SolidWorks expertise to create accurate models, develop manufacturing-ready documentation, solve engineering challenges, and help bring innovative products to life.
- This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on design work, thrives in a remote environment, and takes pride in creating solutions that don't just look good on screen—they work in the real world.
- Even better, while this role begins as a 60-day contract engagement, there is a strong opportunity for it to evolve into a permanent position for the right candidate.
Key Responsibilities:
- Create detailed 3D CAD models using SolidWorks.
- Produce manufacturing-ready technical drawings and specifications.
- Update, modify, and maintain existing product designs.
- Reverse engineer products from sketches, drawings, and physical samples.
- Develop alternative design concepts and engineering solutions.
- Perform engineering evaluations and mass calculations.
- Support assembly design and design-for-manufacturing reviews.
- Maintain engineering documentation and revision control records.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to support product development initiatives.
- Deliver engineering outputs within established timelines.
Requirements
Required Qualifications (Must-Have):
- Experience in Mechanical Design Engineering, Product Design Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Design, or Product Development.
- Strong proficiency in SolidWorks.
- Experience creating 3D CAD models and technical drawings.
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes and production documentation.
- Understanding of assembly design principles.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- High attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities independently.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience working in a remote or collaborative engineering environment.
Preferred Qualifications (Nice-to-Have):
- Experience with reverse engineering projects.
- Experience in manufacturing environments.
- Knowledge of Design for Manufacturing (DFM) principles.
- Experience supporting product development from concept through production.
- Familiarity with engineering calculations and product evaluation processes.
- Experience maintaining engineering documentation and revision control systems.
Why Join PeoplePartners
At PeoplePartners, we believe great careers are built in great environments. Here's what you can look forward to:
- Work with a respected US-based client on meaningful engineering projects.
- Strong opportunity for long-term career growth and permanent employment.
- 100% remote work setup.
- Exposure to international teams and global business practices.
- A people-first culture that values trust, ownership, and collaboration.
- Ongoing learning and professional development opportunities.
- Engagement activities designed to keep you connected and supported.
- Clear expectations, open communication, and a results-focused environment.
- The opportunity to make a direct impact through your engineering expertise.
If you're passionate about design, enjoy solving technical challenges, and want to help bring products from concept to reality, we'd love to hear from you.
Work Details
- Employment Type: Contract Role (Initial 60-Day Engagement with Strong Potential for Permanent Employment).
- Work Setup: 100% Remote / Work From Home.
- Schedule: Monday to Friday.
- Working Hours: Night-shift - CST.
- Client Location: United States.
Benefits
- Permanent Work from Home set-up.
- Company-provided equipment.
- Secondary Wi-Fi Modem.
- A Life Beyond the Screen #WorkLifeBalance.
- Active employee engagements physically such as Christmas Party & Team Building, and virtual events such as town-hall with prizes.