Mechanical Drafting and Design - LXLX Systems

Paragon Force

Paragon Force

Design

Crane, IN, USA

Posted on May 7, 2026

Mechanical Drafting and Design - LXLX Systems

4.6 out of 5 stars
Crane, IN 47522

Job details

Job type

  • Full-time

Benefits
Pulled from the full job description

  • 401(k)
  • Health insurance
  • Retirement plan
  • 401(k) matching
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
  • Health savings account

Full job description

Paragon Force is seeking an experienced Mechanical Drafting and Design Engineer to provide technical and engineering support for LXLX projects. This role involves the development of new drawings for systems, fixtures, and components, as well as the management and modification of existing drawings to incorporate Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs). Additionally, this position requires the recreation of OEM drawings to incorporate ECPs when source files are unavailable.

The selected candidate will:

  • Create New Drawings and Designs: Design systems, fixtures, and components supporting LXLX projects with attention to mechanical and electrical integration.
  • Incorporate ECPs: Modify existing drawings to include Engineering Change Proposals and recreate original manufacturer drawings in cases where source files are not provided.
  • Conduct Quality Reviews: Perform detailed reviews of drawings created by other engineers, ensuring cost-effective manufacturability, compliance with standards, and overall accuracy.
  • Verify Standards Compliance: Ensure all drawings and designs adhere to industry standards, including ASME, IPC, and other relevant guidelines.
  • Drafting and Design Tools: Utilize industry-standard drafting and engineering design software to develop and edit detailed mechanical and electrical drawings, delivering final products in editable native electronic formats.
  • Collaborate with Team: Work closely with other engineers and project stakeholders to ensure successful design implementation and project execution.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

The ideal candidate must possess the following skills:

  • CAD Modeling/Drafting Experience: A minimum of 5+ years of experience with Computer-Aided Design (CAD) modeling and drafting software.
  • Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T): Proficient experience with GD&T principles, ensuring accurate specifications and design interpretation.
  • Standards Knowledge: Familiarity with ASME, IPC, and other relevant standard sets for the creation and verification of mechanical and electrical drawings.
  • File Management and Practices: Skilled in preparing, reviewing, and managing drawings in native editable electronic formats, ensuring proper version control and traceability.
  • Drawing Quality Reviews: Demonstrated ability to conduct thorough quality reviews and make recommendations for design improvements regarding efficiency, manufacturability, and cost-effectiveness.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with Solid Edge CAD software is highly desirable but not required.
  • Proficiency in collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams to integrate mechanical and electrical system designs.
  • Demonstrated ability to recreate complex original equipment manufacturer (OEM) drawings in the absence of native files.

Clearance Requirements:

  • An Interim Secret clearance is required to start.
  • The candidate must have the ability to obtain and hold a finalized Secret clearance.

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person