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Bigfoot Ventures · Downtown Indianapolis · On-site · Part-time or project to start
We're a boutique VC fund launching a hardware division. Why: the outdoor devices we need don't exist off the shelf, so we're building them. You'd be the first hire — no IT department, no mechanical department, no one to hand things off to. What you get that most founding hires don't: a funded parent that isn't running out of runway in eleven months.
What we build
Outdoor IoT devices — access control and public-space hardware. Built for weather, UV, temperature swings, and people who'd rather they weren't there.
The job
Sketch it, model it, print it, break it, fix it, then call the tool shop. Napkin to first articles, start to finish.
- IP65–IP68 sealing: gaskets, potting, glands, pressure equalization
- IK08–IK10 impact resistance: ribs, wall sections, mounts that resist prying, cutting, and walking off
- Tamper-resistant hardware: security fasteners, concealed mounts, tamper-evident seals
- RF-aware enclosure design — the instinct toward a metal box for vandal resistance kills your antenna, so it can't be the answer
- Thermal management in a sealed volume: solar gain, condensation, derating
- Materials built to survive years outdoors: UV-stable ASA/PC, die-cast aluminum, anti-graffiti finishes
- Standing up a prototyping shop from empty floor space — you pick the printers
- Managing tool shops in Taiwan and China: T0/T1, ECOs, cost-down
You
- 3+ years designing enclosures that are actually in the field. At least one lives outdoors.
- Experience with vandal-resistant or public-installation hardware — transit, EV charging, kiosks, access control, parking
- A designer's eye and an engineer's discipline — this role doesn't split the two
- Injection-molding DFM fluency; working knowledge of IEC 60529, IEC 62262, UL 746C, ASTM B117
- SolidWorks, Creo, or Fusion, with real surfacing skills and GD&T fluency
- A portfolio of shipped products, not renders — be ready to talk through what went wrong on each
Pluses: hands-on prototype manufacturing (your own printers, machining, silicone tooling), FEA, mold flow analysis, antenna-aware design, FCC/CE certification experience, sheet metal, Mandarin.
Interview
Portfolio review, then a practical: we hand you a board, an antenna, a battery, and an environment. You walk us through the trade-offs.
Offer
$6,000–$7,000/month, based on experience. Project-based to start. Real shop budget. Your parts in the field within months, your name on the tooling. Ground-floor input on what this becomes.
To apply: Send your CV and portfolio to [insert email]. Include one paragraph on the hardest sealing or impact problem you've solved, and what you'd do differently now.
Bigfoot Ventures is an equal opportunity employer.
Pay: $5,000.00 - $6,000.00 per month
Work Location: In person
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Who's Hiring
- Sargent & Lundy29
- Kiewit14
- Black & Veatch7
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Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services53
- Energy26
- Manufacturing21
- Technology & Software15
- Construction & Real Estate15
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in mechanical designer jobs.
- Proficiency in SolidWorks, CATIA, or Creo for 3D solid modeling
- Experience creating detailed engineering drawings with GD&T per ASME Y14.5
- Associate or bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering technology or a related field
- Familiarity with sheet metal fabrication, injection molding, or machining processes
- Ability to manage and release drawings through a PDM or PLM system
- Two or more years of experience in a manufacturing or product development environment
Tips for Your Mechanical Designer Job Search
List your CAD tools explicitly
Recruiters and applicant tracking systems filter mechanical designer resumes by software name. List every CAD platform you use, including version numbers where relevant, so your resume clears the first automated screen before a human ever reads it.
Show GD&T fluency on your resume
Employers assume most candidates know basic dimensioning. Distinguish yourself by naming the specific GD&T callouts you apply regularly, such as true position, concentricity, or profile of a surface, and tie each to a product type or industry.
Build a portfolio around manufacturing outcomes
Hiring managers want to see that your designs actually get made. For each project in your portfolio, include the manufacturing method, material selection rationale, and any tolerance or cost changes you made to keep the part producible.
Target openings by your primary industry vertical
A mechanical designer who has worked in semiconductor capital equipment will face a harder pitch when applying to HVAC or consumer appliance roles. Search by industry keyword alongside the job title to find openings where your domain knowledge transfers directly.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists mechanical designer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare to walk through a past design in detail
Most mechanical designer interviews include a technical deep-dive where you explain one complete design from concept to release. Practice narrating your decision-making on material choice, tolerances, and any design revisions you made after testing or vendor feedback.
Mechanical Designer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most mechanical designers?
The companies hiring the most mechanical designers right now include Sargent & Lundy, Kiewit, and Black & Veatch, with the largest share of openings in Texas, Michigan, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Aerospace, defense, and industrial equipment manufacturers consistently account for a large portion of active postings.
How many mechanical designer jobs are remote?
About 44% of mechanical designer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, which is lower than many other engineering disciplines because the role often requires hands-on access to prototypes, manufacturing floors, or lab equipment. Sub-areas such as technical documentation, design review, and CAD modeling for software-defined products tend to have the highest share of remote-eligible positions.
How do you become a mechanical designer?
Most mechanical designers start with an associate or bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering technology, mechanical engineering, or a closely related field, then build proficiency in at least one industry-standard CAD platform such as SolidWorks or CATIA. Entry-level roles often carry titles like CAD drafter or design technician. From there, designers advance by deepening expertise in a specific manufacturing process, such as sheet metal or injection molding, and by learning to read and create drawings that fully comply with GD&T standards.
How do you get hired as a mechanical designer with little experience?
Employers hiring junior mechanical designers focus heavily on CAD skill and an ability to follow established drafting standards, so a portfolio of school projects, personal builds, or freelance work that shows clean, producible drawings matters more than years of employment. Targeting companies that manufacture physical consumer products or industrial equipment is practical because those environments often hire recent graduates into structured design-support roles where mentorship is part of the job.
What does the mechanical designer interview process look like?
The mechanical designer interview process typically starts with a phone or video screen focused on your CAD background and the industries you have worked in. A hiring manager or lead engineer then conducts a technical interview where you walk through a past design, explain your material and tolerance decisions, and sometimes complete a short CAD exercise or redline markup. Final rounds usually include a meeting with the broader engineering team and a conversation about product development workflow and release processes.
Where can I find and apply to mechanical designer jobs?
You can find and apply to mechanical designer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your CAD background, industry experience, and preferred location, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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