Mechanical Engineer III

Goodwill of Colorado

CNC Machine Operator


*this is a direct hire opportunity with one of our clients

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Pay Range DOE: $80,000 - $120,000 annually, based on experience

Work Schedule: Full Time.

Schedule TBD

JOB SUMMARY:

Goodwill Staffing is a full-service staffing agency within Goodwill of Colorado.

Goodwill Staffing offers many employment opportunities such as temporary-to-hire and temporary day labor positions.

Goodwill Staffing serves the Colorado Springs and Denver areas.

Goodwill Staffing works with a variety of Clients offering a variety of job opportunities.

We are looking for a Mechanical Designer with proven expertise in Design for Manufacturing (DFM) to contribute to the development of Variable Message Sign (VMS) systems for Department of Transportation (DOT) applications.

In this role, you will collaborate closely with manufacturing, electrical, and software teams to create designs that are durable, cost-efficient, and well-suited for both production and field use.

Key Responsibilities:


* Design and build mechanical components and assemblies for VMS products, including housings, mounting systems, and environmental protection features


* Incorporate Design for Manufacturing (DFM) best practices to improve manufacturability, assembly efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and product quality


* Develop and maintain detailed 3D models, assemblies, and engineering drawings using SolidWorks


* Oversee design data, revisions, and workflows in PDMWorks, including configuration management and release processes


* Create and sustain SOLIDWORKS macros and PDMWorks automation tools to streamline product scaling (such as adjusting sign sizes, updating configurations, and automatically generating drawings and BOMs) while ensuring consistency and reducing manual effort


* Conduct Finite Element Analysis (FEA) using SOLIDWORKS Simulation to assess structural integrity, thermal behavior, and stress/strain performance, ensuring designs meet durability and safety requirements before release


* Partner with manufacturing teams to troubleshoot design challenges, support production builds, and drive continuous improvement initiatives


* Assist with prototype development, production ramp-up, and validation testing under environmental and field conditions


* Collaborate with electrical and software teams to ensure seamless integration of system components


* Develop and maintain bills of materials (BOMs), assembly documentation, and work instructions


* Take part in design reviews and incorporate feedback from cross-functional teams

 

Required Qualifications:


* Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Design, or a related discipline, or equivalent hands-on experience


* Proficiency in SolidWorks, including part modeling, assemblies, and technical drawings


* Experience with PDMWorks or similar product data management systems for handling revisions and maintaining ...