Mechanical Engineer I

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Auburn, MI, USA
In-Office
Entry level
Automotive • Automotive Manufacturing
The Role
Designs and develops mechanical and mechatronic components from system requirements through validation and production. Responsibilities include CAD modeling, engineering drawings, GD&T, tolerance and stack-up analysis, DFMEA, packaging analysis, test planning, APQP support, and product documentation. The role requires applying mechanical engineering principles, coordinating deliverables, communicating with customers, and meeting project timelines.
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Job Purpose:

  • Complete product design of mechatronic devices as defined from system level design requirements 
  • Use of defined product development process from concept initiation to system validation and production


Primary Responsibilities:

  • Complete product design and development of mechanical devices through use and application of mechanical engineering principles
  • Define and document all component design attributes as needed to satisfy all system level design requirements
  • Use of Computer Aided Design (CAD) to create and modify solid model components and assemblies 
  • Create product engineering drawings and apply appropriate GD&T requirements
  • Complete dimensional tolerance and stack-up analysis on component assemblies
  • Complete and document mechanical assembly stack analysis as required
  • Create appropriate level of documentation of engineering analysis 
  • Document designs through use of assembly drawings and component part lists
  • Complete Design Failure Mode Effects and Analysis (DFMEA) as defined from system level design requirements
  • Complete component packaging analysis and optimization of mechanical devices within vehicle packaging environments
  • Create and complete component development test plans 
  • Complete and assist APQP activities as required for component sourcing and production 
  • Complete product development process according to defined project timing requirements


Qualifications:

  • Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering 


Technical Competencies:

  • Mechanical engineering fundamentals and application to product design and development
  • Use and application of component GD&T based on product functional requirements
  • Knowledge of common manufacturing, machining and component assembly processes
  • Experience in Catia, NX, or SolidWorks preferred


Non-Technical Competencies:

  • Ability to work in a self-directed environment
  • Ability to coordinate and organize program deliverables from multiple sources and customers
  • Effective interpersonal skills with internal and external customers
  • Excellent verbal and technical communication skills required
  • Proficiency with Microsoft office tools (Excel, Word, Powerpoint, Visio, Project) is required


Skills Required

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering
  • Mechanical engineering fundamentals applied to product design and development
  • Knowledge of component GD&T based on product functional requirements
  • Knowledge of common manufacturing, machining, and component assembly processes
  • Experience with CATIA, NX, or SolidWorks
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio, and Project
  • Ability to work in a self-directed environment and coordinate program deliverables
  • Effective interpersonal, verbal, and technical communication skills
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The Company
HQ: Opelika, AL
70 Employees

What We Do

At HL Mando, we’re driven by innovation and the spirit of continuous improvement. We design and produce high-quality brake, steering, and suspension systems at our U.S. operations in Alabama, Georgia, and Michigan. In 2025, GM recognized HL Mando as a 2024 Supplier of the Year, our fifth consecutive and eleventh overall award. This honor showcases our dedication to excellence, innovation, and sustainable solutions. Join HL Mando and help shape the future of mobility!

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