Mechanical Engineer – Sheet Metal Design, CNC Programming & Engineering Standards
About AmeritexAmeritex is a fast-growing metal fabrication company specializing in generator enclosures, industrial electrical enclosures, structural weldments, and turnkey fabricated assemblies. We serve customers in power generation, infrastructure, oil & gas, renewable energy, and industrial markets. We pride ourselves on speed, quality, manufacturability, and innovation.Position SummaryWe are seeking a Mechanical Engineer with strong sheet-metal design experience to own the full engineering lifecycle—from 3D model → flat pattern → CNC programming → ERP release. This role works closely with production, programming, and project management to ensure designs are accurate, manufacturable, and delivered with consistency.Beyond modeling and programming, this position plays a key role in developing engineering standards, workflows, and process improvements that reduce rework and increase throughput across the business.Responsibilities:Design & ModelingCreate 3D models and detailed manufacturing drawings in SolidWorks (Sheet Metal + Weldments)Design generator enclosures, sound-attenuated housings, electrical enclosures (VFD, PLC, MCC, switchgear), structural skids, frames, weldments, and custom assembliesApply DFM principles to ensure designs are practical, repeatable, and cost-effectiveProgramming & Flat PatternsGenerate accurate flat patterns, bend deductions, and forming informationProgram parts for lasers, punches, tube lasers, and press brakes using CADMAN Suite and ArtubeProduce clear fabrication drawings, weld details, hardware callouts, and bend notesERP Data OwnershipEnter and maintain BOMs, routings, part metadata, and revision control inside Fulcrum ERPEnsure engineering data is clean, structured, and fully ready for release to manufacturingWork within SolidWorks PDM to manage files, revisions, workflows, and approvalsEngineering Standards, Workflows & Process Improvement (ENGINEER-LEVEL OWNERSHIP)Develop and maintain Ameritex engineering standards, templates, and modeling practicesImprove engineering workflows, documentation, and handoffs to reduce errors and reworkCreate and govern standards for bend rules, hardware specs, nesting guidelines, part numbering, revision structure, etc.Identify bottlenecks in design → programming → fabrication and lead technical improvement initiativesCollaborate cross-functionally to improve manufacturability and reduce variation across jobsProduction SupportWork directly with welders, brake operators, laser operators, and assembly teams to resolve technical issuesTroubleshoot fabrication, forming, welding, or assembly challengesSupport overtime or after-hours work when critical project deadlines require itRequired Qualifications3+ years mechanical design experience with sheet-metal enclosures or structural weldmentsStrong SolidWorks skills (Sheet Metal & Weldments required)Understanding of fabrication processes: laser cutting, press braking, welding, hardware, assemblyExperience with programming or willingness to learn laser/press-brake programming immediatelyERP experience (BOMs, routings, part structure, revisions)Strong mechanical aptitude and a DFM-first mindsetPreferred ExperienceSolidWorks PDM (files, revisions, workflows)Industrial/electrical enclosure design (NEMA, UL, NEC familiarity)Experience in a fabrication or job-shop environmentKnowledge of PEM hardware, gasketing, ventilation, sound attenuation, or cooling solutionsSoft Skills / Culture FitOrganized, detail-driven, and accountableStrong communicator who collaborates well with productionProactive problem solver — not a “minimum effort” engineerWilling to stay late or work overtime when critical projects require itDriven to improve processes, not just complete tasksCompensation & BenefitsCompetitive salary ($75,000–$100,000)Bonus potentialHealth benefits, PTO, paid holidays401(k) availableSignificant career growth in a rapidly scaling engineering environmentOpportunity to help shape the future engineering standards and workflows at Ameritex