Design Checker

Sylvan, Inc. is a market-leading, trusted automotive services contractor to Fortune 500 companies.

The Mechanical Design Checker will be responsible to review, mark-up and verify component and layout drawings under the supervision of the Project Engineer to ensure the highest level of accuracy and quality. The Mechanical Design Checker will receive drawings from project personnel, review the design of the component, the fabrication details of the component and mark-up any deficiencies found. The Mechanical Design Checker will also review and mark-up layout drawings for installation.

The list below is meant to be a guide and not all inclusive of the daily responsibilities.

• Be able to understand and review mechanical component designs to ensure part functionality and design intent are met.
• Review fabrication drawings for errors and produce a marked‑up set of prints for correction.
• Work with the design engineer to refine designs, make corrections, and provide basic training on how to properly detail components.
• Must be able work with the project team to create a working solution to design and fabrication issues in a timely manner.
• Be able to visit fabrication facilities to troubleshoot issues.
• Maintain the knowledge of the latest specifications for the customer and keep up to date on the revisions as they are released from the customer.
• Be able to work with and train engineers with less experience in design/detail best practices.
• Be able to work with and monitor engineering sub‑contractor selected for the project.

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering with minimum 5 years of design experience or 10+ years mechanical design work experience.

• Mechanical design experience with conveyor components
• Experience with shop level fabrication drawings
• Knowledge of drafting best practices
• Experience working both independently and in a team environment.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a professional, positive “can‑do” attitude.
• Possess excellent communication skills.
• Proficient in Autodesk software (AutoCAD and Inventor), Microsoft Word & Excel.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a fast‑paced environment while meeting project timelines.