Remote Mechanical Design Engineer – CAD & FEA Specialist

Design next-generation mechanical systems from anywhere in the U.S. Join a remote-first team, own complex CAD models, run FEA simulations, and steer prototypes from concept to production.

Key Responsibilities  

- Translate product goals into parametric 3D models and fully-detailed 2D drawings—SolidWorks, CATIA, or CREO.  

- Execute nonlinear and thermal stress studies in ANSYS or comparable solvers, then distill insights into crisp engineering reports.  

- Select materials and manufacturing methods that balance cost, durability, and sustainability.  

- Guide rapid prototypes through additive and subtractive processes; iterate fast, fail early, succeed sooner.  

- Collaborate with electrical, firmware, and supply-chain experts to ensure seamless systems integration.  

- Diagnose root causes of mechanical failures using FMEA and data-driven experiments.  

- Track milestones in MS Project, manage risk, and present status to cross-functional stakeholders.  

Required Qualifications  

- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (or closely allied discipline).  

- 5+ years of hands-on mechanical design for manufacturing—consumer, aerospace, automotive, or energy sectors.  

- Proficiency in at least one major CAD platform (SolidWorks, CATIA, or CREO) and one FEA tool (ANSYS, Abaqus, or Nastran).  

- Command of GD&T per ASME Y14.5 and a clear record reducing tolerance stack-ups.  

- Solid grasp of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and material science.  

- Fluent in written and spoken English; able to translate technical jargon into plain language.  

Preferred Skills  

- Experience with CFD, LabVIEW data acquisition, or MATLAB scripting.  

- Familiarity with DFM for die-cast, sheet-metal, injection-molding, and composite lay-up.  

- Track record in renewable-energy hardware or lightweight aerospace structures.  

- Six Sigma Green Belt or higher.  

Why You’ll Thrive Here  

- Remote-first culture—your workshop is wherever you solve problems best.  

- Autonomy to own entire sub-assemblies and see your designs ship to market.  

- Diverse projects that sharpen both analytical and creative instincts.  

- Collaborative environment where your curiosity fuels continuous improvement.