Milwaukee Electric Tool

Mechanical Engineer

Milwaukee Electric Tool$80K — $95K *
Consumer Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or related field; advanced degree preferred
  • Strong skills in 3D CAD and GD&T
  • Proven mechanical design fundamentals with knowledge in mechanisms and gear design
  • Experience in prototyping and test plan development
  • Ability to manage multiple projects across various development stages
  • Proactive approach with excellent problem-solving abilities
  • Familiarity with advanced tools (FEA, CFD, AI/ML) and measurement equipment (o-scope, vibration, sound)

Responsibilities

  • Own mechanical feasibility and validate performance for advanced projects
  • Develop and assess mechanisms and integrated systems through analysis and testing
  • Translate concepts into mature designs for product development
  • Build and test prototypes to assess durability and performance
  • Determine system requirements and design trade-offs
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment
  • Communicate technical insights and recommendations to leadership

Benefits

  • Collaborative and innovative work environment
  • Opportunity for hands-on involvement in product development
  • Engagement with cutting-edge technologies and emerging concepts
  • Support for continuous learning and professional growth
  • Potential for cross-disciplinary teamwork in a dynamic setting
Full Job Description
Job Description:

JOB SUMMARY

The Mechanical Engineer as part of the Advanced Engineering team is a technical lead with responsibilities of developing, analyzing, and maturing complex mechanical systems for next-generation tools. This role focuses on transforming early concepts and emerging technologies into robust, feasible mechanical solutions through calculations, analysis, prototyping, and testing. The Advanced Engineering team is highly collaborative, deeply hands-on, and driven by curiosity and learning as we develop new and innovative consumer power tool products.

RESPONSIBILITIES / SKILLS
  • Own mechanical feasibility, performance validation, and technical risk reduction for advanced projects
  • Develop and evaluate mechanisms, structures, and integrated systems using analysis and physical testing
  • Translate early concepts into technically mature designs suitable for transition into product development
  • Build, test, and iterate functional prototypes to validate durability, performance, and manufacturability
  • Determine system requirements, user operation methods, and design trade-offs
  • Partner with Marketing, Engineering, Industrial Design, and other cross-functional teams to ensure stakeholder alignment and a balanced technical solution
  • Communicate technical findings, risks, and recommendations clearly to engineering leadership and other stakeholders


EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
  • B.S. in Mechanical or related Engineering disciplines; advanced degree a plus
  • Proficiency with 3D CAD and GD&T
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and hands-on attitude
  • Mechanical design fundamentals with related knowledge in mechanisms, gear design, structures, engineering materials, and manufacturing processes associated with those materials
  • Experience building prototypes, developing test plans, and defining acceptance criteria
  • Proven ability to work proactively and take ownership
  • Ability to work on multiple projects in various stages of development simultaneously
  • Experience in Microsoft Office programs, especially Excel and Powerpoint
  • Ability to use advanced tools (FEA, CFD, AI/ML) a plus
  • Experience with measurement equipment (o-scope, vibration, sound) a plus
  • Experience with embedded electronics and controls a plus
  • undefinedSoftwareMS Office, Solidworks, NX, Ansys Mechanical, Discovery, KISSsoft

About Milwaukee Electric Tool

Milwaukee Electric Tool Corporation is a leading manufacturer and marketer of heavy-duty, portable electric power tools and accessories for professional users worldwide. Since its founding in 1924, Milwaukee has focused on a single vision: To produce the best heavy-duty electric power tools and accessories available to the professional user. Today, the Milwaukee name stands for the highest quality, durable and reliable professional tools money can buy.
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