Mechanical Machine Design Engineer Jobs

Sierra Pacific Industries

Location:
United States, Shelton

Category:
Manufacturing

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

65000.00 - 115000.00 USD / Year

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Job Description:

At Sierra Pacific Industries, we understand our greatest strength is the people who choose to build a career with us. We are a fourth-generation family-owned company that has grown to be one of the largest lumber and millwork producers in the United States. Our more than 6,000 employees are proud to work at our state-of-the-art sawmills and other facilities, including: manufacturing, custom wood-framed windows, fabrication, millwork, veneer, cogeneration, trucking, forestry, and other operations. Currently, we are seeking a Mechanical Machine Design Engineer to work collaboratively with our Fabrication Shop in Shelton, Washington.

Job Responsibility:

Design lumber manufacturing equipment for both new installations and rebuilds
Manage multiple projects at many different stages, big and small
Develop and improve lumber processing equipment designs
Effectively utilize 3D modeling software to create designs and drawings
Provide direction to assemblers and machinists
Deliver completed projects that consider the complete application and needs of operations
Through research and coordination, establish design concepts relative to the development of new equipment
Actively plan and oversee equipment installation, upgrades, and start-ups
Contribute creative solutions in an innovative team environment
Continuously learn and improve knowledge of the industry and equipment

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field or equivalent experience
2+ years’ experience in the lumber industry and/or machine design
Experience with SolidWorks or 3D modeling software
Working knowledge of hydraulics, drives, welding, and machining preferred
Machine center alignment and installation experience is helpful
Possess strong problem-solving, multi-tasking, and organizational skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Nice to have:

Working knowledge of hydraulics, drives, welding, and machining
Machine center alignment and installation experience

What we offer:

We train and promote from within
Excellent low-cost health benefits
Retirement plan with employer-paid contributions
Paid vacation and 10 holidays
Full Health Benefits Plan (including medical, dental, and vision) with low-cost premiums
401(k) with Company Match
additional Retirement Contributions
company-paid Life Insurance

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 12, 2025

Expiration:
January 04, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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