MEP MECHANICAL DESIGNER

MECHANICAL DESIGNER – ARCHITECTURAL METALS, SIGNAGE & GLASS

Company: SD Industries, LLC

Location: Permanent Work From Home

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–6:00 PM US Eastern Time

ABOUT THE ROLE

SD Industries, LLC is seeking an experienced Mechanical Designer to develop precise 3D models, fabrication drawings, and technical documentation for architectural metal, signage, and glass projects.

You will collaborate with project managers, engineers, and production teams to deliver practical, accurate, and cost-effective designs from concept through fabrication and installation.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop 3D models and detailed 2D drawings using Autodesk Inventor, AutoCAD, Revit, and other relevant CAD tools.

• Prepare shop drawings, fabrication drawings, assembly details, and installation drawings based on project requirements.

• Design components and systems for architectural metals, signage, handrails, guardrails, cladding, elevator surrounds, and architectural glass applications.

• Create accurate Bills of Materials (BOMs), including material specifications, components, and quantities.

• Optimize designs for manufacturability, material usage, cost, performance, and assembly.

• Account for fabrication processes such as laser and waterjet cutting, CNC machining, forming, welding, and finishing.

• Conduct or support structural and thermal analysis using finite element analysis (FEA), where required.

• Coordinate with engineering, project management, production, and quality assurance teams to resolve design issues and incorporate feedback.

• Support prototyping, testing, fabrication, and installation by clarifying design intent and addressing technical questions.

• Manage multiple design assignments while meeting deadlines and project specifications.

• Maintain organized drawings, specifications, revisions, and supporting documentation.

• Review designs for accuracy, constructability, and compliance with applicable project standards.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.

• Minimum 5 years of hands-on mechanical design and drafting experience.

• Relevant experience in architectural metals, ornamental metals, signage, glass systems, or closely related fabrication work.

• Advanced proficiency in Autodesk Inventor and AutoCAD, with working knowledge of Revit.

• Ability to independently create detailed, fabrication-ready drawings and comprehensive BOMs.

• Strong understanding of materials, tolerances, fabrication methods, assembly requirements, and design optimization.

• Familiarity with FEA principles and structural or thermal analysis.

• Ability to work with STEP, SAT, DXF, DWG, and other common engineering file formats.

• Advanced written and spoken English proficiency equivalent to C1 level.

• Strong Excel skills and familiarity with Microsoft OneDrive for file management and collaboration.

• Excellent attention to detail, problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.

• Ability to prioritize multiple projects and work independently in a remote environment.

• Availability to work the full US Eastern Time schedule.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Relevant Autodesk certification, such as Autodesk Certified Professional.

• Hands-on experience with prototyping and testing.

• Knowledge of scripting or CAD automation tools.

• Experience coordinating directly with fabrication and installation teams.

• Familiarity with sustainable design practices and emerging manufacturing technologies.

ABOUT SD INDUSTRIES, LLC

Founded in 1971, SD Industries, LLC specializes in high-quality signage, ornamental metals, and architectural metal and glass systems. We serve contractors, developers, architects, and designers in markets including New York City, Boston, Washington, DC, and Los Angeles.

Our products include signage, handrails, guardrails, elevator surrounds, glass wall systems, steel barriers, structural and miscellaneous steel, and column and wall cladding.

Our fabrication capabilities include CNC machining, waterjet and laser cutting, metal and plastic forming, engraving, etching, printing, painting, and installation.

HOW TO APPLY

• Apply through LinkedIn with your updated resume. Please include a portfolio or samples of relevant 3D models, shop drawings, or fabrication drawings that you are authorized to share and email in recruiting@sd-ind.com