Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical EngineerLocations: On-Site in Cleveland, OH & Charleston, SCOur client is expanding two high-growth product lines that protect critical environments for life-science, healthcare, and advanced-manufacturing customers. They need a hands-on Mechanical Engineer who loves seeing designs move from 3-D model to factory floor to finished installation. If you thrive on variety - custom equipment one week, supplier negotiations the next, and a quick site visit to verify fit-up - you'll feel right at home.What You'll DoOwn mechanical design of custom modular enclosures, precision access doors, and related sub-systems in SolidWorks and Revit, delivering complete models, drawings, and BOMs.Produce manufacturable drawings, costed BOMs, and clear assembly instructions that hit quality and lead-time targets.Run FEA-based structural, vibration, and thermal studies to validate safety and performance.Source & track specialty hardware - hinges, seals, actuators, filtration interfaces - working closely with purchasing and key vendors.Coordinate with architecture, electrical, and controls teams plus outside design firms to integrate your work into overall facility layouts.Lead design-for-manufacture and continuous-improvement projects that boost throughput, reliability, and margins.Provide on-site support during fabrication, installation, and commissioning at both Midwest and Southeast facilities (≈10-15 % travel).Maintain CAD libraries, engineering change documentation, and best-practice design standards in the PLM system.What You'll BringBachelor's degree in mechanical engineering (or similar).5 + years designing custom equipment, enclosures, or capital projects.Expert with SolidWorks (or comparable 3-D CAD) and comfortable integrating models into Autodesk Revit/AutoCAD plant layouts.Working knowledge of machining, sheet-metal, welding, and general fabrication processes.Familiarity with FEA tools; able to interpret standards, specs, and codes.Strong communication skills for vendor, cross-discipline, and client anized, self-directed, and motivated by continuous improvement.Bonus PointsPLM or PDM experience.Familiarity with environments requiring precise controls, such as radiation containment or contamination-free production settings.Experience guiding junior engineers or external design partners.Benefits SnapshotCompetitive base salary, discretionary bonus, and full health benefits.Relocation assistance for the right candidate.Career path toward senior engineering or project-management leadership.Work with a nimble team that values innovation, craftsmanship, and getting things done.About Blue Signal:Blue Signal is a leading executive search firm, specializing in engineering recruitment. Our engineering recruiting team has expertise placing high-performing talent in areas such as electrical, mechanical, civil, and telecom engineering. Learn more at /46IAFRJ

Created: 2026-02-09