Mechanical Design Engineer (Entry Level – 3D CAD / Tooling Design)

Location: 2703 Oregon St., Oshkosh, WI

Schedule: 1st Shift

Start Date: ASAP

Duration: 12-Month Contract (Contract-to-Hire Target)

Work Arrangement: On-site

Citizenship Requirement: U.S. Citizen

Position Summary

We are seeking an Entry-Level Mechanical Design Engineer to support tooling design and manufacturing operations within a production environment. This role focuses on designing and improving manufacturing tooling using 3D CAD, while working closely with engineering and production teams to support efficient and high-quality manufacturing processes.

The ideal candidate will have a mechanical background and experience with 3D CAD modeling, along with exposure to manufacturing environments. Candidates who understand how products move through a production process—such as those with experience in automotive, heavy-duty commercial vehicles, agriculture equipment, or other industrial manufacturing environments—are especially encouraged to apply.

Preferred CAD software includes CATIA or CREO, though candidates with experience using other 3D CAD platforms are welcome and will receive training as needed.

This position is designed as a contract-to-hire opportunity, providing a strong opportunity for early-career engineers, designers, or CAD specialists to gain hands-on experience in tooling design and manufacturing support.

Key Responsibilities

Design and modify manufacturing tooling using 3D CAD software.

Develop detailed CAD models, drawings, and documentation to support tooling and manufacturing requirements.

Collaborate with manufacturing and engineering teams to ensure tooling designs support efficient production processes.

Review engineering releases to ensure tooling and manufacturing requirements are properly addressed.

Analyze manufacturing processes and identify opportunities to improve tooling, workflow, and production efficiency.

Assist with evaluating and recommending new tooling, equipment, and manufacturing technologies.

Provide engineering support on the shop floor to ensure tooling integrates effectively with manufacturing operations.

Work closely with production teams to troubleshoot tooling or process-related challenges.

Minimum Qualifications

Associates or Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Design, Engineering Technology, or a related technical field.

Internship, co-op experience, or 6+ months of related engineering, CAD design, or manufacturing experience.

Experience with 3D CAD modeling software.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering field.

Experience with CATIA or CREO.

Exposure to tooling design, mechanical design, or manufacturing environments.

Background in automotive, heavy-duty vehicles, agricultural equipment, or industrial manufacturing.

Familiarity with mechanical design principles, materials, and manufacturing processes.

Additional Information

Facility shutdown scheduled between Christmas and New Years.

Strong opportunity for recent graduates or early-career professionals seeking hands-on experience in mechanical design and manufacturing tooling.

Contract-to-hire potential based on performance and business needs.