Value Nutrition

Mechanical Designer

Cary, United States
Permanent
80-100%
Onsite
03.08.2026

We're looking for a Mechanical Designer with 10+ years of experience who can lead design work from concept to execution to meet project specifications, elevate visual and interaction quality, and partner closely with cross-functional teams to deliver thoughtful, high-impact outcomes. You'll operate with strong craft, sound judgment, and the ability to mentor others while driving projects forward.

This is where you'll excel
  • Produce high-quality deliverables such as equipment models and manufacturing drawings using Autodesk Inventor.
  • Generate sales drawings using Inventor and AutoCAD.
  • Ensure technical compliance and proper fit and function.
  • Present work clearly - sharing rationale, incorporating feedback, and driving toward decisions.
  • Manage workload priorities to adhere to budget constraints and project timelines.
  • Resolve discrepancies that occur during the design and manufacture of Buhler equipment.
  • Perform inspections of components, work-in-process, and finished equipment.
  • Organize information on project specific SharePoint sites.
  • Actively participate in project meetings with cross-functional team members, suppliers, and/or customers.
  • Complete design related tasks resulting from equipment installation issues at customer site.
  • Provide mentorship and design direction to other designers through critique, coaching, and collaborative problem-solving.
These are the skills you'll need
Job Specifications
(Required education and experience)


  • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
  • 10+ years of relevant work experience



PREFERRED SKILLS


  • Proficient in engineering drafting/drawings and engineering principles.
  • Working knowledge of manufacturing and assembly practices, e.g. welding, sheet metal forming, press operations, etc. 
  • Awareness of machine safety codes and designing equipment for the food industry. 
  • Proficient in GD&T
  • Autodesk Inventor and AutoCAD
  • PTC Windchill
These are the benefits you'll enjoy!
Open communication culture
Open communication culture
Benefit from an open communication culture that promotes transparency and exchange!
Great and dynamic work environment
Great and dynamic work environment
Work in a great and dynamic environment that fosters growth and innovation.
Vacation and sick time entitlement
Vacation and sick time entitlement
Enjoy at least 15 days of vacation and 80 sick hours for your recovery and health.
Retirement plan with generous company contribution
Retirement plan with generous company contribution
Take advantage of our 401(k) retirement plan with a 6% company contribution for long-term retirement savings.
Comprehensive healthcare
Comprehensive healthcare
Enjoy great benefits with dental, vision and life insurance for your health and security.
Health insurance with health savings account
Health insurance with health savings account
Benefit from comprehensive health insurance including a savings account for medical expenses.

Questions? We are happy to answer them!

Creating impact together at Bühler!

Two billion people eat food every day that was produced with Bühler equipment. One billion people drive vehicles whose parts were manufactured with our machines.
Bühler aims to balance humanity, nature, and the economy in every decision as it develops solutions that unlock sustainable business opportunities in the global food, feed, and mobility industries.
We strive to create innovations for a better world, with a special focus on healthy, safe, and sustainable solutions. Therefore, we team up with customers, start-ups, multinationals, and academia to accelerate impact together.

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