Lead Mechanical Design Engineer

Nleague Services Inc

Atlanta, Georgia

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$40–$50 Per Hour
JOB TYPE
Full-time
SKILLS
3D Modeling, Aerospace and Defense, Best Practices, Bill of Materials (BOM), CAD (Computer-Aided Design) Software, CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing), CATIA CAD, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Cross-Functional, Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA), ENOVIA, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, Industrial Design, Manufacturing, Mechanical Design, Mechanical Engineering, Mentoring, Metal Cutting, PTC Creo, Process Sheet, Product Design, Product Lifecycle Management, Project Planning, Project/Program Management, Prototyping, Regulatory Compliance, Requirements Management, Sheet Metal Design, SolidWorks, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Teamcenter, Technical Leadership, Technical/Engineering Design, Tolerance Analysis, Welding, Windchill PLM Software
LOCATION
Atlanta, Georgia
POSTED
1 day ago
Lead Mechanical Design EngineerWe are seeking an experienced and driven Lead Mechanical Design Engineer with strong expertise in sheet metal design. This role combines technical leadership and hands-on design responsibilities, requiring a professional who can lead a team of engineers while also contributing as an individual contributor to high-impact design projects.Key ResponsibilitiesLead and mentor a team of mechanical design engineers, guiding them on best practices in sheet metal design and development.Manage workload allocation, project planning, and technical reviews for the team.Foster a collaborative engineering culture focused on innovation, quality, and continuous improvement.Conduct and drive design reviews, DFMEAs, and cross-functional technical discussions.Individual ContributorDesign and develop complex sheet metal components, assemblies, and enclosures using CAD software (SolidWorks, CATIA, CREO, NX).Create 3D models, 2D manufacturing drawings, and detailed BOMs.Ensure all designs meet functional requirements, manufacturability, cost targets, and compliance standards.Work closely with manufacturing, sourcing, and quality teams to validate design feasibility and resolve technical challenges.Perform tolerance stack-ups, GD&T, and participate in prototype and production validation.Required Skills and QualificationsBachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.7+ years of experience in mechanical product design, with a strong emphasis on sheet metal components.Proven experience working as both a technical leader and hands-on designer.Proficiency in CAD tools (SolidWorks, CATIA V5, Creo).Deep understanding of sheet metal processes: cutting, bending, forming, welding, and surface treatments.Strong knowledge of GD&T, DFMEA, tolerance analysis, and material selection.Excellent communication, team leadership, and project management skills.Preferred QualificationsBackground in automotive, aerospace, or industrial equipment design.Exposure to mixed-material designs (e.g., sheet metal + plastics).Familiarity with PLM systems such as Teamcenter, Windchill, or Enovia.

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