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Are you a Mechanical Engineer, passionate about fitness, and looking to gain hands-on experience and grow your skills? Life Fitness / Hammer Strength is looking for a Mechanical Engineer I to join our team. You'll be part of a team responsible for the design, analysis, and release of components and assemblies used in industry-leading cardio and strength fitness equipment, from concept through production launch. The role is ideal for a candidate with strong CAD skills, particularly in SolidWorks, and a willingness to learn and grow in part design and product development. The engineer will also support existing products by assisting in resolving field, service, and manufacturing issues as needed.
This is a hybrid role based out of our manufacturing facility in Ramsey, MN. M/F remote and T-Th are in-office collaboration days. #LI-Hybrid
As a Mechanical Engineer at Life Fitness / Hammer Strength, you will:
Design and develop components and assemblies using SolidWorks CAD software
Create 3D models, detailed drawings, and engineering documentation for manufacturing
Support product development activities, including concept generation, prototyping, and design validation
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Product Management, Manufacturing, Reliability, Purchasing, and suppliers
Assist in developing product specifications, timelines, and test plans
Support prototype builds, testing, and iterative design improvements
Develop and release production Bills of Materials (BOMs)
Help resolve design-related issues for existing products in manufacturing and the field
Travel up to approximately 20% to support supplier visits, prototyping, and production activities
Follow Mechanical Engineering procedures and contribute to continuous improvement efforts
What Life Fitness / Hammer Strength is looking for in our Mechanical Engineer:
Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field (or equivalent experience)
0-3 years of experience (entry-level candidates encouraged to apply)
Strong proficiency in 3D CAD software (SolidWorks preferred)
Understanding of 2D drawing creation and drafting standards
Basic knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
Knowledge of plastic part design, including; injection molding, Part design for manufacturability (DFM), draft, ribs, bosses, and wall thickness considerations
Knowledge of metal part design, including; sheet metal, weldments, castings, machined components and aluminum extrusions
Exposure to engineering analysis methods (FEA or hand calculations preferred)
Strong willingness to learn and develop technical skills in product design and manufacturing
Effective communication and collaboration skills
Strong attention to detail and problem-solving capability
Preferred Skills (Not Required)
Internship, co-op, or academic project experience involving CAD design
Exposure to plastic component design or consumer product development
Familiarity with PLM systems (e.g., Teamcenter)
Hands-on experience with prototyping or fabrication
Basic knowledge of Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) principles
At Life Fitness / Hammer Strength, we think customer first , play as one team , and raise the bar on fitness innovation —in the gym and in every corner of our facilities. We persevere and get it done , with a clear purpose to inspire each other to live healthier lives . If you’re ready to bring out the best in people while powering the future of fitness manufacturing, we invite you to apply.
Want to take the next step in your career? Life Fitness / Hammer Strength takes pride in our talented employees and believes in providing opportunities for further growth and advancement. We encourage you to test your strengths, push your limits, and unleash your potential. If you feel the position is right for you, we invite you to apply. We’ll work with you closely to support you throughout the hiring process. If your CV/…