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Design Engineer I

AKG of America
Mebane, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 6/3/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/28/2026
Description

Summary:

Reporting to the Supervisor of Design Engineering, this position is to provide focused design and strategy for the development and implementation of standard products. This position will strengthen the design group regionally and globally.

Qualification Requirements:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • BS in Mechanical Engineering, or substantial demonstrative experience in Progressive Design Engineering
  • Experience with SolidEdge (preferred) or SolidWorks
  • High mechanical aptitude
  • A keen interest in “hands-on” engineering and problem solving
  • Attention to detail and accuracy
  • Effective verbal and written communications skills with proven ability to organize complex technical data in a format for management and other departments to understand
  • Excellent organization and computer skills
  • Experience or background in automotive or heavy equipment preferred


Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Expert technical knowledge in design and creation
  • Excellent communication abilities, including outstanding written, articulation and listening skills
  • Highly adept at strategic schedule and calendar management
  • Experienced and creative problem solver
  • Strong relationship management experience and skill
  • Exceptional organizational skills with close attention to detail
  • Strong technical skills, expert-level knowledge of Microsoft Office suite
  • Strong ability to prioritize and make independent decisions regarding the priorities; ability to apply and provide context, giving direction with strong understanding of the big picture
  • Commitment to the AKG’s Corporate Principles


Supervisory Responsibilities:

No

Essential Functions:

  • Responsible for developing 3-D concept model, in consultation with Application Engineer
  • Analyze application requirements and evaluate and recommend design solutions
  • Detailed design calculations – belts, component selections, bolts, bearings, isolators, etc
  • Follows all AKG modeling and design standards
  • Familiar with industry standards
  • Works with minimal supervision
  • Coordinate with AKG Purchasing and outside fabricators to ensure all designs can be manufactured in a cost-effective manner
  • Interact with vendors to select and specify optimum components
  • Effectively communicate with fellow Design Group members


Physical Demands:

  • Must be able to sit (90%) and stand (10%) of the time May also be required to bend, stoop, pull, push, twist and turn.
  • Must use safety equipment such as steel toe shoes and safety glasses when walking in the plant. Safety glasses are provided.

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