Mechanical Engineer (SolidWorks)

Location: 100% onsite in Tucson, Arizona, United States; remote and hybrid work are not available. U.S. Citizenship or U.S. Permanent Resident status is required.

Salary: USD $59,500–$95,000 per year base salary.

Company

hirify.global develops scientific instruments and analytical, diagnostic, imaging, and research solutions for life science, industrial, cleantech, and semiconductor applications.

What you will do

• Execute CAD design changes and create drawings, models, bills of materials, and technical documentation.
• Use SolidWorks, 3DExperience, and SAP or similar systems to manage engineering changes and maintain product data.
• Provide sustaining engineering support by investigating field and production issues, performing root cause analysis, and implementing design corrections.
• Support manufacturing, quality, and field service teams with technical troubleshooting, nonconformance dispositions, drawing updates, BOMs, and work instructions.
• Rapidly prototype parts and assemblies using filament and resin 3D printing, then develop test plans, evaluate results, and refine designs.
• Participate in design reviews, project planning, documentation coordination, schedules, and estimates.

Requirements

• College degree in Mechanical Engineering, Drafting, or Mechanical Design.
• At least 2 years of hands-on mechanical engineering experience in a commercial mechanical or industrial assembly environment, or 10+ years as a mechanical drafter or designer in product development or manufacturing.
• Advanced SolidWorks proficiency, including hands-on experience with the 3DExperience change-order system, plus strong CAD documentation and drawing experience.
• Strong knowledge of GD&T, ASME Y14.5, tolerance analysis, mechanics, materials, manufacturing processes, and ISO/ANSI drafting standards.
• Experience working with legacy designs, backward compatibility, installed-base impact, and requalification requirements.
• Fluent written and spoken English, valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and U.S. Citizenship or U.S. Permanent Resident status.

Culture & Benefits

• Full-time regular employment based in an engineering, laboratory, and production environment.
• Hands-on work with scientific instruments, including standing, walking, kneeling, crouching, bending, reaching inside enclosures, and occasionally lifting up to 35 pounds.
• Training and compliance support, with opportunities to develop within the role.
• Performance-related incentive eligibility and employee benefits may be available.
• Work with a diverse global team while maintaining a focus on operational excellence, accuracy, and technical communication.

Hiring process

• Interviewed candidates are screened before interviews for eligibility under export control restrictions.