Description
Valley Craft is seeking an entry-level Mechanical Engineer to support the design, development, and production of material handling, storage, and safety related products. This role is ideal for a hands-on engineer early in their career who wants exposure to real production hardware, manufacturing support, and product lifecycle ownership. The position emphasizes practical engineering execution, collaboration with manufacturing, and continuous product improvement.
Requirements
Key Responsibilities:
Product Design & Engineering Execution
Design and engineer new products and custom solutions
Support existing product designs through design updates, documentation changes, and production support
Assist with engineering change requests (ECRs/ECOs) and implementation into production
Help diagnose production, quality, or field issues and support corrective actions.
CAD, BOM, and Documentation
Create and update 3D models, drawings, and BOMs using SolidWorks
Apply company drawing standards, tolerances, weld symbols, and basic GD&T
Maintain accurate part data, revisions, and metadata in PDM and MRP systems
Manufacturing & Shop Collaboration
Work closely with fabrication, welding, assembly, and quality teams to ensure designs are manufacturable and buildable
Support fixture design and basic prototyping as needed
Identify potential pinch points, cut hazards, or ergonomic concerns early and help implement improvements
Continuous Improvement
Participate in root-cause analysis and problem-solving efforts
Qualifications Required:
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
Familiarity with SolidWorks or similar 3D CAD software
Basic understanding of manufacturing processes (welding, machining, sheet metal, fabrication)
Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn
Good written and verbal communication skills
Qualifications Preferred
Internship, co-op, or hands-on experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment
Exposure to lift products, material-handling equipment, or industrial machinery
Familiarity with BOMs, revision control, and engineering documentation
Key Attributes for Success
Hands-On Mindset: Interested in how products are built, not just designed.
Team-Oriented: Works well with manufacturing, quality, and procurement partners.
Adaptable: Comfortable handling shifting priorities in a production environment.
Detail-Focused: Understands that accurate documentation prevents downstream issues.
Growth-Oriented: Eager to build engineering judgment through real-world experience.