7 Apr 2025

Full-Time Mechanical Design Engineer, SOLIDWORKS

Thompson Pipe Group – Posted by Roland DIBO – Anywhere

Job Description

The Mechanical Design Engineer Role at Thompson Pipe Group will work to design, develop, and improve new & existing equipment, machinery as well as provide general engineering support where needed throughout Thompson Pipe Group.

Essential Functions:

Design products such as Precast Forms, Facility Equipment, & Automation Improvements.
Works with team to create accurate design sketches, layouts, & plans.
Uses computer-assisted design (CAD) software to create preliminary & detailed drawings of the product.
Produces specifications for products & chooses raw materials & components to be used in production.
Builds models & prototypes of the product & tests designs where needed.
Study & Analyze test data against proven product with similar designs.
Provide additional engineering / technical support where needed.

Requirements:

Analytical & problem-solving skills.
Mechanical & technical skills.
Proficient with CAD software. (Solidworks & some AutoCAD)
Excellent written & verbal communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills & attention to detail.

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering required; Master’s degree preferred.
Five years of related experience preferred.

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift or move products and supplies, up to 40 pounds.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. OT will be required as needed.

Travel:

Some travel may be expected with this position

Location:

800 County Road 209, Alvarado, TX 76009

Must pass pre-employment physical and alcohol/drug testing

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Have a valid driver’s license

Benefits:

Thompson offers a variety of benefit plans and a company matched 401K retirement plan
$1,000 referral bonuses
Life and Supplement Life
Employee Discounts
Profit Sharing
Paid Holidays
Company Events
Training and Development
Career Advancement Opportunities

This position requires experience in CAD software, particularly SolidWorks. Consider Design-Engine’s training courses for further development.

SOLIDWORKS Training Courses

How to Apply

https://thompsonpipegroup.com/careers/

Job Categories: Auto CAD and Solidworks. Job Types: Full-Time. Salary: 80,000 - 100,000. Job expires in 9 days.

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