# Sr / Lead Mechanical Design Engineer

> Hire Resolve.com · South Salt Lake, United States · Full-time · Posted 2026-03-26

**Salary:** USD 100,000–130,000

**Workplace:** on_site

**Department:** Engineering & Construction

## Description

If you’re the kind of engineer who doesn’t just design on paper but thinks in systems, solves in 3D, and leads from the front, this is your stage.

A growing and innovative engineering company in the water treatment space is looking for a **Sr / Lead Mechanical Design Engineer** to take ownership of mechanical design projects and help shape the future of critical infrastructure. You’ll be the technical heartbeat of the team, guiding designs from concept to fabrication-ready reality.

This is not a sit-back-and-observe role. This is a **plug-in, take charge, make it better** opportunity.

### What You’ll Be Owning

**Design & Engineering Excellence**

-   Design and model complex piping systems, tanks, and assemblies using SolidWorks (including Routing tools)
-   Create precise 3D models and production-ready fabrication drawings
-   Run interference checks, tolerance stack-ups, and mechanical calculations
-   Refine and adapt designs based on real-world feedback and engineering changes
-   Maintain clean, structured file management using PDM systems

**Leadership & Technical Direction**

-   Act as the go-to technical expert on mechanical design projects
-   Lead and mentor a small team of mechanical design engineers
-   Review and elevate designs for accuracy, manufacturability, and compliance
-   Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, and project teams
-   Drive continuous improvement in design processes and standards

## Requirements

### What You Bring to the Table

-   Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or similar) with **10+ years of experience**  
    _or_ 15–20 years of hands-on mechanical design expertise
-   Advanced proficiency in **SolidWorks**, especially Routing tools
-   Strong experience designing **piping systems, tanks, and industrial assemblies**
-   Proven track record of delivering **production-ready drawings**
-   Natural leadership ability with a passion for mentoring others
-   Clear communicator who thrives in a collaborative environment

### Bonus Points If You Have

-   Experience with water treatment or similar industrial systems
-   Knowledge of fluid dynamics, pumps, valves, and instrumentation
-   Background working in fabrication or manufacturing environments

### The Essentials

-   SolidWorks Routing: 3–5 years
-   Piping design: 3–5 years
-   Production-ready drawings: 3–5 years

## Benefits

### What’s In It for You

-   401(k)
-   Health insurance
-   Paid time off
-   A tight-knit, supportive team with **low turnover and real growth opportunities**
-   The chance to work on tangible, meaningful engineering projects that serve communities

## Apply

[Apply at Hire Resolve.com](https://apply.workable.com/hire-resolve-the-top-recruitment-agency/j/464B5C71C2/apply)

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