Mechanical Engineer

Position:
Mechanical Engineer

Duration:
Direct Hire

Location:
Mason, Ohio

Schedule:
Onsite, M-F

Salary Range:
$100k/year - $120k/year

Start Date:
October 2025

Interview Process:
3 Rounds

Priority Level:
Urgent Hiring

Job Description:

CornellCookson, LLC is a leading manufacturer of Security Closure Products. We are seeking a
Mechanical Engineer
to join our New Product Development team in Goodyear, AZ to design
new products
and improve existing designs. Activities range from R&D, conceptual design, prototyping, sourcing, testing, manufacturing integration, and engineering change order execution.Come join us and get your design juices flowing

Some specific things you will get to do in this role:

• Develop and design new parts and complete systems related to coiling overhead doors
• Use Autodesk Inventor to design and layout part and assembly drawings and apply standard drafting practices
• Develop engineering standards and calculations to govern infinitely variable designs for implementation into ERP system
• Lead multidisciplinary team to follow Phase Gate process to take new products from idea to market release - ensure organization is ready to support and manufacture new products
• Work with Strategic Marketing to develop project scope and product specifications, from function to aesthetics.
• Implement new products into existing system via engineering change order process
• Develop installation instructions
• Maintain positive customer, vendor, and coworker relationships
• Be dedicated, self-initiating, and passionate about mechanical design, implementation and improvement
• Contribute to new product ideas
• Independently manage time and prioritize tasks
• Interact with manufacturing from design to production.
• Oversee and/or perform assembly and testing of engineering prototypes
• Validate designs for conformance to various structural and life safety codes and standards as required (ASCE, IBC, UL, etc.) through engineering evaluations and calculations
• Work with technician to develop prototypes
• Present and communicate designs/ideas clearly to associates ranging from shop associates to executives

CornellCookson offers a great work environment and an excellent total compensation package including a competitive starting salary, Health, Dental, Vision, 401(k), life insurance, short-term disability, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation and most of all, opportunity to grow with our world-class organization.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

• A minimum 5 years of experience

• Proficient with 3D Solid Modeling using Inventor

• Knowledge of project management, product development and fabrication processes for optimal product design

• Knowledge and application of Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Vault

• Excellent communication skills and ability to work within and lead a cross functional team

• Proficiency with hand tools and basic power tools

• Ability to convey complex, three-dimensional mechanical system to technical and non-technical personnel

Preferred Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience within Mechanical Engineering

• Knowledge of FEA software

• PE license and/or master's degree in mechanical engineering

• Proven track record in design and specification of sheet metal structures, motors, controls, and sensing elements

• Experience leading development projects through launch

• Experience in the door, access control, actuation, or building products industries

• Technical experience with design and project development, product improvements and optimization

• Experience with plastics design, analysis and manufacturing methods

• Experience with welding, milling, laser, casting and other modern methods of metal fabrication

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance