Mechanical Engineer Entry Level
This entry-level Mechanical Engineer role involves designing and developing full mechanical processing systems, with a preference for experience in food processing. The engineer will manage projects from design through installation, collaborating across departments and ensuring quality and timely delivery of mechanical systems. Strong skills in 2D and 3D CAD (AutoCAD and SOLIDWORKS), communication, and project organization are essential for success in this office-based position.
About Careertakes
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What You’ll Do
Seeking an entry-level mechanical engineer to design and develop full mechanical processing systems, with a preference for candidates who have experience with food processing systems. This is an office-based role in Vancouver, WA.
- Design and develop mechanical processing systems from concept through installation.
- Produce detailed 2D and 3D CAD drawings (AutoCAD and SOLIDWORKS preferred).
- Create bills of materials, build sheets, and supporting documentation.
- Review and approve vendor and fabrication drawings; perform final QA before shipping.
- Analyze structural stability of platforms and related structures.
- Develop and maintain project timelines; coordinate with sales, engineering, purchasing, production and customers to meet deadlines.
- Use internal systems to organize and communicate project data.
- Communicate technical details clearly to cross-functional teams and external partners.
Skills & Core Competencies
- Strong interpersonal skills with customers and coworkers
- Consultative problem solving and technical communication
- Clear, concise written and verbal communication
- Ability to prioritize, multitask and perform under aggressive deadlines
- Team-oriented with a focus on delivering quality, fabrication-ready designs
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering required (or equivalent experience)
- Experience producing both 2D and 3D models and detailed drawings
- Proficiency with SOLIDWORKS and AutoCAD
- Must be able to work onsite in Vancouver, WA (this role is not remote)
- Authorization to work in the United States
Compensation & Benefits
- Estimated pay: $55,862 per year (estimated)
- Vacation time
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Flexible Spending Account
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance (available at employee’s expense)
- Term life insurance policy
About Our Client
Confidential Client is an experienced equipment supplier and servicer specializing in material handling and processing systems for industries including food processing. They design and deliver solutions that move, grind, convey, dry, process, store and package products while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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