Design Engineer

This is an opportunity to register your interest in future Design Engineer roles across the United States. Roles of this type may involve working within collaborative engineering teams to develop, optimize and validate mechanical, electrical and control systems. The work could span from initial concept and detailed design through to prototype validation and field application, with scope to take ownership of defined design workstreams and contribute to the standards and practices that shape product delivery.

What you would do

Typical responsibilities could include:

• Developing and documenting detailed mechanical and electrical designs using CAD and industry-standard tools
• Creating and maintaining design specifications, schematics, and technical drawings aligned with UML and system architecture standards
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to integrate mechanical, electrical and control subsystems
• Conducting design reviews, failure mode analysis and design validation activities
• Supporting prototype builds, testing protocols and field application work
• Contributing to continuous improvement of design processes and manufacturing feasibility
• Documenting design decisions and maintaining engineering records for compliance and traceability

• 2-5 years of hands-on design engineering experience in mechanical, electrical or controls disciplines
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and UML for design documentation and system modeling
• Strong understanding of design standards, system integration principles and testing methodologies
• Experience translating requirements into detailed designs and technical specifications
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes and field application considerations
• Solid communication skills and ability to work effectively within engineering teams
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, or equivalent professional experience
• Authorization to work in the United States

Most roles of this type offer the following, dependent on the industry and seniority of the role:

• The opportunity to work on diverse engineering challenges across mechanical, electrical and control systems
• Scope to develop deeper expertise in design standards, CAD tooling and systems integration
• Exposure to the full product lifecycle, from concept through field validation
• Potential progression toward senior design or technical leadership roles as experience grows
• Collaborative, learning-focused engineering environment with mentorship and professional development support
• Permanent, full-time employment with competitive compensation ranging from $90,000 to $145,000 per annum, dependent on experience and qualifications
• Access to professional development, engineering standards training, and technical community involvement

About Specialist Staffing Group

Specialist Staffing Group partners with leading organizations to build high-performing teams across engineering, technology and specialized professional services. We work nationwide to connect talented professionals with meaningful roles where their expertise can make an impact.