Mechanical Engineer II

Position Responsibilities

• Engineer mechanical components and subassemblies for rotating machinery to satisfy customer specifications and targeted performance objectives, working under the guidance of a lead engineer
• Create detailed 3D CAD models and 2D engineering drawings, and perform supporting analyses such as tolerance accumulation, bearing load calculations, and preload assessments
• Ensure designs comply with company requirements and applicable industry standards, including GD&T and design-for-manufacturability principles
• Serve as a technical contributor in design, manufacturing, and test reviews by evaluating designs, identifying risks, and recommending corrective actions
• Execute assigned tasks in alignment with approved budgets and project schedules
• Review customer requirements and contribute to technical proposals, cost estimates, test plans, process qualification documents, bills of materials, schedules, and engineering reports as needed
• Proactively identify and resolve technical issues affecting current products or new development efforts
• Maintain clear, timely communication with peers and leadership regarding technical progress, challenges, and potential risks
• Assist with testing and validation activities for both new and existing products, with oversight from senior engineering staff
• Follow established safety practices and actively support continuous improvement of health, safety, and environmental initiatives
• Support occasional domestic and international travel (typically once per quarter)
• Be available for extended or off-hour work during peak project phases when required

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related discipline
• Minimum of four (4) years of experience in mechanical design within a product development and manufacturing environment

Technical Skills and Competencies

• Hands-on experience designing rotating machinery such as motors, generators, or similar systems
• Ability to create and interpret engineering drawings and specifications, including proper application of GD&T
• Sound engineering judgment across multiple mechanical disciplines
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Effective interpersonal and collaboration skills for working with cross-functional teams and customers
• Well-developed organizational, documentation, and reporting skills
• Proficiency in developing 3D CAD models and 2D drawings
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office tools
• Familiarity with common shop and inspection tools, including measurement equipment
• Experience designing bearing systems and wound components
• Knowledge of rotor dynamics principles
• Familiarity with oil and air cooling approaches for rotating equipment
• Exposure to aerospace standards such as DO-160, ARP4754A, and ARP4761
• Experience using CATIA

Salary Range: $85,000-$90,000

The actual salary offered is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, the candidate’s combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience