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Description

Mechanical designers collaborate with engineers, architects, and other professionals to create technical drawings and designs for mechanical devices. They use computer software to design blueprints and to modify and enhance existing products, and they participate in the manufacturing process to ensure that product specifications are adhered to.

Mechanical Designer Responsibilities:

• Meeting with clients to establish their requirements for a new or existing product or mechanical system.
• Travelling to factories or other locations to take measurements and to observe the way productivity is carried out.
• Doing calculations on the prospective machinery prior to completing the technical drawings.
• Working on CAD software, such as AutoCAD, to create drawing specifications in line with the needs of the client.
• Creating designs in accordance with company regulations and client standards and values.
• Creating prototypes, testing them, and analyzing the results.
• Submitting drawings to relevant stakeholders as well as production or construction teams.
• Providing support during the entire building process to ensure that the design specifications are met.
• Analyzing problems that may arise during the manufacturing process and recommending solutions.

Mechanical Designer Requirements:

• A bachelor’s degree in mechanical technology or mechanical engineering which has been approved by the accreditation board for engineering and technology (ABET).
• Licensure as a professional engineer (PE), which includes engineering knowledge, supervised work experience in the field, and passing examinations.
• A pass in the fundamentals of engineering (FE) exam.
• Experience in computer-aided design software such as AutoCAD.
• At least 2-4 years of working experience.
• Experience as a supervisor.
• An ability to create industry-specific products.
• Top-notch verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills and an excellent understanding of mathematics.
• Flexibility and a willingness to adapt to and embrace changes.