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# Design Engineer - Fastening Solutions - Bedford, NH

- **Company:** Page Michael International Inc
- **Location:** Bedford, NH, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $85,000 - $92,000
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Computer-Aided Design, AutoCAD, Data Analysis, SolidWorks (CAD), Failure Mode Effects Analysis, Minitab, Systems Integration, Statistics Packages
- **Published:** November 3, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/design-engineer-fastening-solutions-bedford-nh-bedford-nh--6358ecf5-d930-4b3a-8e33-7abaa0ff80d2

## About the Role

Technical/Engineering Design, Automation, Manufacturing Technology, Continuous Improvement, Team Player, Product Development, Manufacturing, Product/Service Launch, Equipment Specification, Documentation, A successful Senior Mechanical Systems Engineer should have: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline. 3+ years of experience in mechanical engineering, equipment design, or manufacturing engineering. Strong proficiency with SolidWorks and AutoCAD. Hands-on experience designing, building, installing, and troubleshooting manufacturing equipment. Experience supporting automation projects and custom machine design. Knowledge of equipment commissioning and process validation, including IQ, OQ, and PQ. Experience working with sensors, actuators, controls interfaces, and testing systems. Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and equipment integration. Experience with statistical analysis tools such as Minitab. Knowledge of risk analysis methodologies including FMEA. Proven ability to work within cross-functional engineering and operations teams. Strong project management, prioritization, and organizational skills. Excellent verbal and written
communication abilities. Ability to travel approximately 10% as required.

## Description

Design, develop, and support automated manufacturing equipment and mechanical systems. Lead equipment design projects from concept development through installation and production launch. Develop equipment specifications, conceptual designs, detailed mechanical designs, and supporting documentation. Utilize CAD software, including SolidWorks and AutoCAD, to create models, drawings, and engineering documentation. Collaborate with Operations, Quality, and Manufacturing teams throughout the product lifecycle. Translate customer, product, and manufacturing requirements into robust equipment and process solutions. Perform engineering calculations and analyses to ensure compliance with design, safety, and manufacturing standards. Develop and execute test plans, collect and analyze data, and generate technical reports and presentations. Lead equipment start-up, commissioning, validation, and qualification activities, including IQ, OQ, and PQ protocols. Troubleshoot manufacturing equipment and
process issues, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions. Support engineering change processes, risk assessments, FMEA activities, and continuous improvement initiatives. Configure and evaluate sensors, actuators, test systems, and automation-related equipment. Manage project timelines, technical deliverables, budgets, and cross-functional communication. Create and maintain equipment documentation including drawings, BOMs, standard work instructions, and validation records. Ensure compliance with safety, quality, regulatory, and ergonomic standards across all engineering activities.