Mechanical Design Engineer

T&S Brass and Bronze Works, Inc offers a competitive compensation package and a full benefits plan for an onsite Mechanical Design Engineer role in Travelers Rest, SC. This full-time position includes a 401k with 4% company match, vacation and sick time, and additional perks, with an on-site work schedule. The role supports sustaining work on legacy product design projects while leading projects from early customer engagement through inventory.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Project Lead for product designs and improvements, managing projects start to finish from initial customer contact through Inventory.
• Define project missions, goals, tasks, and resource requirements; resolve or help resolve conflicts across and between project and functional areas; establish methods to monitor progress.
• Determine collaboration needs and build cross-functional teams with internal and external partners, including Marketing, Sales, and Assembly.
• Manage project budget and resource allocation.
• Develop detailed solutions for products and components from concept through production, balancing cost effectiveness with strong design quality and reliability while considering material needs, manufacturing feasibility, quality, regulatory requirements, market characteristics, and justification.
• Create, maintain, and update drawings, specifications, and submittals, using Microsoft tools, CAD software, simulations, 3D modeling, prototype printing, ERP software, and spreadsheet software.
• Ensure company and domestic and international regulatory policies, codes, and standards are incorporated and documented throughout the design process.
• Continuously monitor execution, directing daily activities, analyzing workflow, setting priorities, and adhering to regulatory standards, timelines, and budget objectives.
• Review structural component requirements for design integration, assembly, manufacture, packaging, and customer requirements; test feasibility by designing and coordinating testing protocols, setups, and experiments, and reporting results that validate preliminary designs.
• Coordinate production pilot builds and support Manufacturing Engineering by training Assembly associates on new or revised designs.
• Interact across functions to identify needs, improve delivery plans, and translate compliance knowledge into actionable design work.
• Own engineering data management and maintenance of Engineering Controlled Documents, incorporating Change Orders into published materials.
• Track and report progress, recommending project scope adjustments and time/cost analysis as needed.
• Review client, sales, and vendor feedback for technical issues or failures, analyze causes, determine code requirements, and implement design changes when required.
• Collaborate with vendors for sourcing and development of components.
• Maintain and revise product listings and certifications.
• Continuously research compliance needs related to new equipment, new regulations, and new jurisdictions; provide employee training on compliance topics and train Customer Service Representatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work-related experience in Mechanical Engineering (BSME)
• Minimum 5 years related work experience, preferably in the Manufacturing industry
• Working knowledge of mechanical engineering principles and techniques for products that function properly, safely, and reliably
• Strong mathematical skills, including hypothesis formulation, validation, and quantifying cause-and-effect relationships
• Ability to diagnose and solve technical problems, analyze data, and initiate creative solutions with minimal supervisory involvement
• Familiarity with manufacturing methods, processes, products, and operations; understanding of key technical components used in the product design process
• Excellent mechanical/technical drawing and drafting skills, with working knowledge of CAD software, simulations, 3D modeling, and prototype printing
• Strong Microsoft application skills; familiarity with PLM/ERP applications and spreadsheet software
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for collaboration with diverse internal and external contacts
• Strong organizational skills to multi-task, manage multiple projects, and transition quickly between tasks

Technologies

• Microsoft
• CAD software
• Simulations
• 3D modeling
• Prototype printing
• ERP software
• PLM/ERP applications
• Spreadsheet software

Job Details

• Location: Travelers Rest, SC (onsite)
• Job type: Full-time (in person)
• Salary: USD 90,000 per year
• Relocation: Not eligible for relocation

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Full benefits package
• 401k with 4% company match
• On-site work schedule
• Vacation and sick time
• Several other perks