Senior Process & Mechanical Designer

Location: On-site in Rochester and/or Rush, New York, with travel to client and supplier locations as needed, typically less than 25%

Hourly rate: $35.00–$53.00

Company

hirify.global delivers custom-engineered process equipment, automated systems, and turnkey industrial solutions from concept through fabrication, installation, and commissioning.

What you will do

• Lead the design and development of industrial process systems, skid-based equipment, and modular equipment from concept through detailed design and release.
• Develop and review technical requirements, 3D models, general arrangement drawings, equipment layouts, and piping designs.
• Solve complex design challenges through engineering analysis, simulation, validation, and practical technical judgment.
• Lead internal and client-facing design reviews and resolve technical issues.
• Collaborate with mechanical, structural, electrical, controls, fabrication, and field service teams to deliver safe, manufacturable designs.
• Support proposals, cost estimates, execution planning, design standards, continuous improvement, and mentoring.

Requirements

• 10+ years of industrial process and/or mechanical design experience in an engineering or industrial environment.
• Associate or bachelor's degree in Drafting/Design, Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or a related field.
• Advanced proficiency with AutoCAD 2D/3D and SolidWorks.
• Experience with mechanical and process design, 3D modeling, detailed drawings, simulation, and engineering analysis.
• Ability to lead technical discussions, collaborate across disciplines, communicate with clients, and work independently.
• Ability to work on-site in Rochester and/or Rush, NY, with travel as needed.

Nice to have

• Experience with industrial equipment, modular process systems, or automation solutions.
• Advanced piping design, pressure vessel design, pipe stress, or structural frame analysis.
• Familiarity with Caesar II, SolidWorks FEA, ANSYS, 3D point clouds, ISO 9001, Lean, Six Sigma, OSHA regulations, or industrial process safety.

Culture & Benefits

• Collaborative multidisciplinary environment with opportunities to influence design standards and technical decisions.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Retirement benefits and paid time off.
• Eligibility for annual incentive compensation and/or long-term incentives may apply.
• Employee ownership with shared financial rewards tied to company success.