You'll play a key role in turning engineering concepts into detailed, production-ready designs:
Create detailed mechanical drawings and layouts for systems, components, and assemblies
Develop multiple views and clearly define dimensions, tolerances, materials, and relationships between parts
Interpret engineering specifications and perform calculations to ensure accuracy and compliance
Build and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs) based on drawings and project requirements
Revise and update drawings to reflect design changes and improvements
Maintain organized project records and archive drawings in internal systems
Perform self-checks and ensure adherence to established quality and checking procedures
Troubleshoot and resolve design discrepancies independently
Collaborate with project managers, production teams, vendors, and purchasing to support project execution
Manage your time effectively to meet deadlines and project milestones
Contribute to a positive, team-oriented environment
Your Profile / Qualifications
What You Bring
Associate's degree in Mechanical Design or equivalent experience
0-5 years of experience in mechanical design
Proficiency in Autodesk Inventor (required) and familiarity with Autodesk Vault (preferred)
Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
Solid written and verbal communication skills
Self-motivated with strong organizational and time management skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools
Exposure to food, dairy, beverage, or chemical processing equipment
Knowledge of 3-A sanitary standards and/or evaporation processes
Familiarity with U.S. and international engineering standards
Experience working with both imperial and metric units
Why Join Us?
Hands-on experience with real-world engineering projects
Opportunities for growth and skill development
Supportive, team-driven environment
Exposure to cutting-edge process equipment and technologies
Additional Details
Occasional travel (≤5%) to fabrication shops or installation sites
Competitive compensation and benefits package
If you're ready to take the next step in your mechanical design career and want to see your work come to life, we'd love to hear from you.
The typical base pay range for this position at the start of employment is expected to be between $75,000 - $85,000 per year. GEA Group has different base pay ranges for different work locations within the United States.
GEA is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will therefore receive consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, world view, national origin, genetics, disability, gender identity, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other protect
Benefits
Health insuranceDental insuranceVision insurance401(k)Paid time offFlexible scheduleEquity / stock optionsPerformance bonus
Additional Information
Responsibilities / Tasks
GEA Group, founded in Germany in 1881, is a global leader in engineering solutions, serving industries such as food and beverage, pharma, dairy, and more. With over 18,000 employees worldwide and a strong U.S. presence since 1929, GEA combines the heritage of a well-established company with the innovation of a forward-thinking industry leader. At GEA, we're not just building equipment, we're building lasting careers with an average employee tenure range from 5 to over 11+ years, reflecting the strong culture, growth opportunities, and support we provide.
Working at GEA Group has significant benefits:
Start strong - Medical, dental, and vision coverage begins on your first day
Recharge and refresh - Enjoy 12 paid holidays, including a flexible floating holiday, and 136 hours of PTO to relax or explore
Invest in your future - A 7% 401(k) employer match helps grow your retirement savings faster
Keep learning - Take advantage of tuition reimbursement to further your education or skillset
Live well - Our wellness incentive program rewards healthy habits
Get support when you need it - Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program for personal or professional guidance
Save smart - Flexible Health Savings and Spending Accounts to manage out-of-pocket expenses
Mechanical Designer (0-5 Years Experience)
Location: Columbia, MD | Travel: ≤5%
Build What Matters. Design What's Next.
Are you an early-career Mechanical Designer ready to make a real impact? Join a collaborative engineering team where your ideas, precision, and problem-solving skills will directly contribute to innovative process equipment used across food, dairy, beverage, and chemical industries.
This is an opportunity to grow your technical expertise, own your work, and be part of projects from concept to completion.
Gea · Columbia