Job Details
NX Mechanical Designer
2026-02-17 Sterling Engineering all cities,AK
Description:
Meet Your Recruiter
Sabrina Herrera
Sabrina Herrera is a seasoned Technical Recruiter with a knack for establishing genuine connections with candidates and continuously expanding her expertise in various roles and industries. With one year of dedicated service at Sterling and an impressive 15-year journey in the recruiting arena, Sabrina has become a respected figure in talent acquisition.
As a Technical Recruiter, Sabrina's ability to build strong relationships with candidates sets her apart. She values the opportunity to understand each individual's unique strengths, aspirations, and career goals, ensuring she can guide them toward the most suitable and fulfilling opportunities.
Having spent 15 years in the recruiting domain, Sabrina's experience spans diverse industries and roles. She embraces the challenges of exploring new fields, consistently striving to expand her knowledge and expertise. Her dedication to continuous learning allows her to stay at the forefront of emerging trends and best practices in the recruitment landscape.
Sabrina advises fellow professionals to cultivate a curious mindset and actively seek new challenges and projects that push the boundaries of their abilities. Embracing the unknown and venturing into uncharted territories can lead to personal and professional growth, ultimately elevating one's effectiveness in the field of recruitment.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
As one of the most respected names in engineering staffing, Sterling has hundreds of opportunities with top employers. If you've got a friend or colleague seeking their next move in engineering, we could have their next opportunity. We offer a referral bonus for every referral that we place. Submit referral now.
Job Description
Title: Mechanical Designer (NX)
Location: Remote (U.S.-based)
Hire Type: Contract (1-Year)
Pay Range: $45-$60/hour (flexible based on experience)
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, and Holiday Pay
Sterling Engineering is partnering with a nationally recognized research and engineering organization to hire a Mechanical Designer to support advanced technical projects within a design and drafting group. This is a fully remote, long-term contract opportunity for an experienced designer who is comfortable working in deadline-driven environments and collaborating closely with engineers.
Responsibilities
- Create and modify mechanical designs and detailed drawings using NX1980
- Develop advanced 3D models and 2D drawings in accordance with project requirements
- Apply GD&T standards (ASME Y14.5) to designs and drawings
- Perform design tolerance and stack-up calculations
- Support layout design, detailing, and component selection
- Collaborate with engineering teams to research, analyze, and develop design solutions
- Ensure all work meets internal quality, documentation, and design standards
- Manage design tasks to meet project schedules and deliverables
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in a Mechanical Designer or Design/Drafting role
- Demonstrated proficiency in NX1980 CAD (must be verified via Zoom interview)
- Experience producing high-quality 3D models and 2D drawings
- Strong understanding of GD&T and mechanical drawing standards
- Ability to deliver accurate work in a deadline-driven environment
- Experience working collaboratively with engineering teams
- Fully remote contract role
- Competitive hourly pay with flexibility based on experience
- Long-term project stability (1-year engagement)
- Exposure to complex, high-impact engineering projects
- Partner with a respected organization through Sterling Engineering
Meet Your Recruiter
Sabrina Herrera
Sabrina Herrera is a seasoned Technical Recruiter with a knack for establishing genuine connections with candidates and continuously expanding her expertise in various roles and industries. With one year of dedicated service at Sterling and an impressive 15-year journey in the recruiting arena, Sabrina has become a respected figure in talent acquisition.
As a Technical Recruiter, Sabrina's ability to build strong relationships with candidates sets her apart. She values the opportunity to understand each individual's unique strengths, aspirations, and career goals, ensuring she can guide them toward the most suitable and fulfilling opportunities.
Having spent 15 years in the recruiting domain, Sabrina's experience spans diverse industries and roles. She embraces the challenges of exploring new fields, consistently striving to expand her knowledge and expertise. Her dedication to continuous learning allows her to stay at the forefront of emerging trends and best practices in the recruitment landscape.
Sabrina advises fellow professionals to cultivate a curious mindset and actively seek new challenges and projects that push the boundaries of their abilities. Embracing the unknown and venturing into uncharted territories can lead to personal and professional growth, ultimately elevating one's effectiveness in the field of recruitment.
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Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
As one of the most respected names in engineering staffing, Sterling has hundreds of opportunities with top employers. If you've got a friend or colleague seeking their next move in engineering, we could have their next opportunity. We offer a referral bonus for every referral that we place. Submit referral now.