Roush Industries

Mechanical Design Engineer II

Roush Industries$80K — $95K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
  • 2+ years of experience in automotive, aerospace, or related fields
  • Advanced knowledge of mechanical systems, particularly modern powertrain technologies
  • Proficient in DFMEAs, DVP&Rs, DFM, and FEA
  • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to manage multiple engineering projects simultaneously
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

Responsibilities

  • Translate customer requirements into design specifications
  • Design mechanical systems from concept to prototype
  • Manage CAD resources to create 3D models and 2D prints
  • Conduct hardware development and testing tasks
  • Validate designs using Computer Aided Engineering tools
  • Document and report project status to stakeholders
  • Mentor and support team members in technical deliverables

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life insurance and earned sick time
  • Short-term and long-term disability coverage
  • 401K plan
  • Tuition reimbursement policy
  • Paid vacation and holidays
  • Additional benefits available
Full Job Description
Roush has an immediate need within our Vehicle Engineering department for a Mechanical Design Engineer II to join our team. The Mechanical Design Engineer II is a broad role that requires working on a variety of engineering programs. The role works on projects for large and small customers to meet the customers' timelines. The Mechanical Design Engineer II works in a team environment to understand each customer's unique needs and mentors and oversees team member's technical deliverables to ensure Roush and customer standards are met. .

As a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, you will:
  • Translate customer needs to design requirements and to feasible design concepts and apply relevant engineering analysis to design components and subsystems
  • Design and evolve mechanical systems from concept to prototype level
  • Manage CAD resources to develop 3D models and 2D prints
  • Conduct hardware development tasks including testing
  • Utilize Computer Aided Engineering resources to validate designs analytically
  • Document & report status internally and externally to customers
  • Provide leadership, guidance, coaching, and technical support to team members
  • Work hands-on in a mechanical environment

To be considered for as a Mechanical Design Engineer, you will need:
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
  • Minimum 2 years of experience in automotive, aerospace, or related industry experience
  • Advanced knowledge of mechanical systems, specifically modern powertrain operation (both ICE
    and EV systems), and a strong interest in all things mechanical
  • Hands-on troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. Ability to provide solutions to complex problems outside your comfort zone in a timely and cost-effective manner
  • Experienced and skilled in the development, use and maintenance of DFMEAs (Design Failure Mode and Effect Analysis), DVP&Rs (Design Verification Plan & Reports/Failure Mode), DFM (Design for Manufacturing), and FEA (Finite Element Analysis)
  • Ability to work on multiple programs at once
  • Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite
  • Superb verbal and written communication skills with the ability to convey complex technical data to various audiences
  • Able to perform effectively in a team environment

A successful Mechanical Design Engineer may also have:
  • Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
  • Simulation experience (FEA, physics-based modeling or similar)
  • Hands-on ICE, hybrid and/or electric vehicle development experience

Our full-time benefits include: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, earned sick time, STD, LTD, 401K, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation, paid holidays, and more.

If you share our passion for providing innovative solutions to complex challenges, we want you on our team.

Please visit our careers page and apply by clicking on this link: https://jobs.roush.com/us/en/

Visit our website: www.roush.com

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About Roush Industries

Roush Industries is an American engineering company that provides engineering, testing, and manufacturing services to the transportation industry. The company was founded in 1976 by Jack Roush, a former Ford engineer and NASCAR team owner. Roush Industries is headquartered in Livonia, Michigan and has facilities in North Carolina, Indiana, and California. The company specializes in the design and development of high-performance vehicles, including race cars, military vehicles, and consumer vehicles. Roush Industries also provides engineering and testing services for the aerospace, defense, and renewable energy industries.
Learn more about Roush Industries
Size
5,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1976

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