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Mechanical Design Engineer

LER TechForce
Columbus, IN Full Time
POSTED ON 10/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/5/2026

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Design, develop, and release components for frame, body, and cabin components.
  • Develop welded steel assemblies, metal castings, plastics, rubber components, multi-part assemblies, and electrical components.
  • Create 3D models, engineering drawings, and study files using CATIA.
  • Manage engineering data and files within a PDM system.
  • Produce high-quality drawings that clearly address design intent, materials, dimensions, tolerances, quality characteristics, and product requirements.
  • Use FEA software to evaluate and validate designs.
  • Define system parameters and engineer components to meet performance and durability requirements.
  • Participate in recurring design reviews and communicate technical information across the engineering organization.
  • Partner with cross-functional teams to achieve manufacturability, cost, quality, and delivery goals.
  • Collaborate with testing teams to establish prototype tests and pass/fail criteria.
  • Create and maintain DFMEAs, bills of material, engineering change instructions, and other simultaneous-engineering documentation.
  • Manage component-development schedules and support on-time project delivery.


What You’ll Need to Be Successful

Essential Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
  • Five or more years of product design or product-development experience.
  • Experience with 3D CAD and PDM systems.
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Proficient written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong documentation and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-cultural teams.

Preferred Qualifications

  • CATIA experience.
  • Product-design experience in material handling, automotive, or heavy equipment.
  • Experience with FEA, DFMEA, BOM development, engineering changes, and component validation.


What You’ll Get

  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits, including HSA and FSA options.
  • 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting.
  • Short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, and optional benefits.
  • Employee Assistance Program.
  • Employee discounts.
  • Ongoing professional development, including technical and leadership training.
  • The opportunity to contribute to industry-leading engineering projects.



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