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Mechanical Designer

Location: 

Cary, NC, US, 27511

Work Site:  Onsite
Duration:  Permanent / Unlimited
Date:  Apr 27, 2026

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.

Summary

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.

Job Responsibilities

  • 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.

Qualifications

Job Specifications (Required education and experience)

 

  1. Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
  2. 10+ years of relevant work experience

 

PREFERRED SKILLS

 

  1. Proficient in engineering drafting/drawings and engineering principles.
  2. Working knowledge of manufacturing and assembly practices, e.g. welding, sheet metal forming, press operations, etc. 
  3. Awareness of machine safety codes and designing equipment for the food industry. 
  4. Proficient in GD&T
  5. Autodesk Inventor and AutoCAD
  6. PTC Windchill

At Bühler we are not only offering working opportunities and international exchange of like-minded professionals. We are more than just a global company. Our value proposition to transform the way companies feed and move the world, is driving positive change in the industries in which we operate globally. Become a part of a dynamic environment that combines your drive for innovation with a world ​of possibilities.​ Joining us means embracing a shared purpose of creating innovations for a better world while becoming part of a company that is dedicated to your success.

As a global organization, we embrace the diversity of our global workforce. At Bühler, you will collaborate with professionals from around the world, each bringing in a unique perspective to the table. It is a business priority for us to harness the diversity of our global workforce and include them in their uniqueness to create a culture of belonging guided by our TOP values – Trust, Ownership and Passion. Embark on a journey that combines the excitement of global collaboration with the reassurance of a welcoming workplace.

Let’s create impact together! 

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