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Mechanical Design Engineer - NPD
Global Power ComponentsUnited Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 27 Feb 2026
About the role
Global Power Components is a privately held, growing manufacturer of UL steel fuel tanks, trailers, large generator enclosures and modular metal enclosures for housing fully equipped electrical distribution and control equipment.
Global Power Components is a privately held, financially sound, growing manufacturer of UL heavy gauge steel fuel tanks, trailers, large generator enclosures, and modular metal enclosures for housing fully-equipped electrical distribution and control equipment. As a result of our continuing expansion and continued organization growth, we are looking for a motivated Mechanical Design Engineer to join our team.
Primary Focus:
New Product Development & Product Redesign – Deliver robust, manufacturable, and cost-effective mechanical designs that support new product development and continuous improvement of existing products. Success is measured by design quality, execution reliability, cost impact, and effective system documentation.
Core Responsibilities:
Global Power Components is a privately held, financially sound, growing manufacturer of UL heavy gauge steel fuel tanks, trailers, large generator enclosures, and modular metal enclosures for housing fully-equipped electrical distribution and control equipment. As a result of our continuing expansion and continued organization growth, we are looking for a motivated Mechanical Design Engineer to join our team.
Primary Focus:
New Product Development & Product Redesign – Deliver robust, manufacturable, and cost-effective mechanical designs that support new product development and continuous improvement of existing products. Success is measured by design quality, execution reliability, cost impact, and effective system documentation.
Core Responsibilities:
- New Product Development
- Lead mechanical design from concept through production release.
- Develop complete and accurate 3D models, drawings, and Bills of Materials (BOMs).
- Perform required engineering analyses and participate in structured design reviews.
- Support prototype builds, testing, and validation.
- Existing Product Redesign & Continuous Improvement
- Execute cost-reduction and value-engineering initiatives.
- Improve reliability, manufacturability, and serviceability of existing products.
- Process Engineering Change Notice (ECNs) in accordance with change control procedures.
- Support root cause analysis and corrective actions.
- PDM (Product Data Management)
- Maintain accurate CAD models, drawings, and revision history.
- Ensure proper file structure, naming conventions, and version control.
- Release documentation through formal workflows.
- Maintain complete and accurate BOM structures.
- ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning)
- Ensure BOMs transferred to ERP are accurate and aligned with released drawings.
- Support part number creation and configuration accuracy.
- Collaborate with Supply Chain and Operations to resolve BOM discrepancies.
- Ensure engineering changes are properly reflected in ERP before production implementation.
- Engineering Quality & Compliance
- Ensure designs meet performance requirements and applicable standards.
- Apply GD&T and engineering best practices consistently.
- Maintain full compliance with internal design control procedures.
- Design for Manufacturing & Assembly (DFM/DFA)
- Proactively design for efficient manufacturing, assembly, and serviceability.
- Engage Manufacturing early to validate feasibility and reduce downstream issues.
- Minimize custom components when standard solutions are viable.
- Risk Management
- Identify technical risks early in the design cycle.
- Conduct DFMEA or structured risk reviews where appropriate.
- Propose mitigation plans before issues impact schedule or cost.
- Product Lifecycle Support
- Support production ramp-up and pilot builds.
- Provide technical assistance for field issues when required.
- Maintain long-term product documentation integrity.
- Continuous Improvement & Initiative
- Identify opportunities for design standardization and modularity.
- Improve internal engineering processes where inefficiencies are observed.
- Stay current on relevant materials, manufacturing methods, and tools.
- Professional Conduct & Ownership
- Take responsibility for design outcomes, both positive and negative.
- Communicate clearly and professionally across functions.
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