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Mechanical Design Engineer

gpac
Indianapolis, IN Full Time
POSTED ON 5/3/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/31/2026
Mechanical Design Engineer - Build What You Design (Not Just CAD It)

Location: West-Central, IN (On-Site)

Pay: $85,000 - $130,000 Full Benefits

Tired of designing parts that disappear into a black hole after release?

This is a hands-on Mechanical Design role where you'll actually see your work come to life-on the floor, in real time, from concept through final build and testing.

This isn't just another Mechanical Design role-it's an opportunity to join a growing custom machinery builder where your work is highly visible and directly impacts the final product. With nearly 50 years of success and recent expansion, our partner offers the stability of an established business combined with the energy of a team in growth mode, and is adding a key engineer to the team due to increased demand.

This is not a "sit behind a screen" role-this is for someone who wants to own projects, solve real problems, and be involved in the full build process. Engineers here don't get siloed-you'll own projects from concept through build and testing, working side-by-side with machining, fabrication, and controls to bring complex equipment to life.

If you're someone who wants variety, real ownership, and the satisfaction of seeing your designs built and running on the floor, this is the kind of environment that keeps engineers engaged long-term.

Why This Role Is Different

  • Own the full lifecycle - concept → design → build → test → production
  • All custom work - no repetitive, cookie-cutter designs
  • Hands-on environment - work directly with machinists, fabricators, and controls
  • High visibility - your work directly impacts the final product
  • Stable growing - nearly 50 years in business with recent expansion
  • Modern facility updated equipment

What You'll Be Doing

  • Design custom machinery and mechanical systems from the ground up
  • Collaborate directly with shop floor teams to bring designs to life
  • Support build, testing, and real-world troubleshooting
  • Solve complex engineering challenges in a fast-paced environment

What We're Looking For

  • Mechanical Design experience (machinery, equipment, or custom systems preferred)
  • Strong 3D CAD skills (SolidWorks highly preferred)
  • Understanding of machining, fabrication, and real-world manufacturing
  • Someone who wants to be hands-on, not just behind a desk

Compensation & Benefits

  • $85,000 - $130,000 base (based on experience)
  • Health, Dental, Vision
  • 401(k) with match
  • Long-term growth with a stable, expanding company

⚡ Bottom Line

If you want a role where you build what you design, own your projects, and actually see the results of your work, this is it.

Apply now or reach out directly to learn more.

Please submit a resume for Mechanical Design Engineer for consideration. Only qualified applicants who provide a resume will be contacted.

Salary is dependent on experience.

All applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.

Resumes can be confidentially sent to ross.derosier@gogpac.com or for urgent consideration call direct at (920) 873-5538. If you would like to learn more about Manufacturing or Engineering opportunities, contact Ross DeRosier with gpac.

Manufacturing Companies - gpac fills all positions throughout the U.S.

Connect with me on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/rossderosier

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

Salary : $85,000 - $130,000

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