Mechanical Engineer

Company Overview

Vanair®, a Lincoln Electric company, has been an industry leader since 1972, working to bring our customers the very best in Mobile Power Solutions®. Lincoln Electric is the world leader in the engineering, design, and manufacturing of advanced arc welding solutions, automated joining, assembly and cutting systems, plasma and oxyfuel cutting equipment, and has a leading global position in brazing and soldering alloys. We are recognized as the Welding Expert™, which advance customers’ fabrication capabilities to help them build a better world.

If you like being challenged, want to be a part of something special, and desire being part of an exciting team that is always striving to be at the forefront of our industry, then we’re looking for you – a driven and motivated new team member.

We are currently seeking to hire a Mechanical Engineer at our location in Michigan City, Indiana.

Job Summary

As a member of the Engineering staff, the Mechanical Design Engineer will design, test and develop, and maintain products, options, and accessories following company and industry standards.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist senior engineers with the design and development of mechanical components, subassemblies, and product assemblies.
• Create and maintain 3D CAD models, 2D drawings, and bills of materials (BOMs) using AutoCAD and Autodesk Inventor.
• Support laboratory and field testing activities, including test setup, data collection, and documentation.
• Help analyze test results and field feedback to identify design improvements and reliability enhancements.
• Support the Engineering Change Notice (ECN) process by preparing documentation and coordinating updates.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Product Management, Sales, and Service teams to support new product launches.
• Provide technical documentation and engineering support for existing products.
• Assist Sales and Customer Support teams by supplying technical data, application information, and competitive product comparisons.
• Participate in competitor benchmarking to understand market trends, product differentiation, and customer needs.
• Support standardization initiatives such as packaging, labeling, and product specifications.
• Support production by helping troubleshoot assembly issues and improving design for manufacturability.
• Assist with training materials and documentation for Manufacturing and Service teams.
• Help support product integration with evolving truck chassis platforms and OEM model year changes.
• Occasionally assist with customer visits, trade shows, or field support opportunities.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of engineering and product initiatives.

Job Qualifications and Skills

• Job-relevant college degree preferred, but will consider relevant work experience in lieu of a degree.
• Experience in design, troubleshooting, and analysis of pneumatic, electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic controls and systems.
• Experience with automotive power train - work trucks, electronics, and  Batteries proficiency is a plus.
• 2D / 3D CAD drawing environment experience (AutoCAD and Inventor preferred).
• Must be able to juggle priorities effectively.
• Must have a positive attitude and function well with group-oriented tasks.
• Experience with a document control system such as a Vault is a plus.

Great Work Environment

• Pleasant, clean, well-lighted environment
• Family-oriented
• First-of-the-month Friday company-supplied lunches
• Company Parties including Christmas Party, Santa for the Kids, Summer Family Picnic, and more
• Local charity events