Mechanical Design Engineer

Job Description

Valex Corp is looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join its engineering team in Ventura, CA. The primary purpose of this position is to design, test, qualify, and support manufacturing systems, components, equipment, and machinery for production operations. See below for key responsibilities, qualifications, and other pertinent information pertaining to this position.

Key Responsibilities

Design and develop mechanical systems, components, equipment, tooling, and automated machinery.

Develop technical documentation including drawings, manuals, electrical schematics, and work instructions.

Build, assemble, and test prototype and production-level projects.

Conduct root cause analysis and lead process or equipment improvements.

Use CAD and automation related software to design equipment, tooling, fixtures, and schematics.

Support automation efforts such as PLC based systems and ladder logic (as applicable).

Propose and implement design improvements and contribute to long term technical solutions.

Collaborate cross functionally

Perform other engineering duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Physics, or a related technical field.

Equivalent industry experience may be accepted in lieu of a formal degree.

Effective written and verbal communication skills in English.

Proficiency with SolidWorks or similar CAD software.

Must be able to work in the USA without company sponsorship.

Preferred Technical Skills

Understanding of design principles and CAD best practices.

Experience designing components, assemblies, weldments, and schematics across varying complexity levels.

Familiarity with Design for Manufacturing (DFM).

Ability to troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and software based control systems.

Physical Requirements

Sitting ~50%, standing ~35%, walking ~15% during a typical day.

Occasional bending, crouching, pushing/pulling, lifting, grasping, and overhead reaching (up to 40 lb).

Performance Standards

Meet project timelines and deliver effective engineering solutions.

Provide clear documentation and maintain effective communication.

Demonstrate innovation, professionalism, flexibility, and teamwork.

Classification & Compensation

Full-time, Regular, Exempt

Pay range is $85K/yr to $125K/yr DOE

Please visit our employment section of our website at to submit your resume.Company Description

We work around the globe to drive the semiconductor, TCF, aerospace and related industries to new frontiers. Our collaborative culture is shared internationally between our offices in the USA (Texas & California), Korea, and China, while preserving the original local feel that all started in Ventura, California.

Our employees invest in Valex with unified goals to solve challenges, drive advancements, and promote growth. We invest in our employees by offering competitive benefits and excellent opportunities. Together, we succeed.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to upholding a nondiscriminatory workplace, as described by the Department of Labor’s Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) and preserving your privacy as outlined in the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA).

Full-time