The Senior Mechanical Design Engineer leads the design, analysis, and optimization of mechanical systems, equipment, and packaging from concept through deployment, serving as a technical expert and project lead to deliver manufacturable, high-performance solutions while supporting cross-functional development, hands-on validation, and mentorship across the engineering organization.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Design, develop, and analyze complex mechanical systems, equipment, and packaging solutions using modeling, simulation, feasibility studies, and detailed engineering judgment to meet structural, thermal, and manufacturability requirements (30%).
Direct and collaborate with drafting, prototyping, and support teams to create detailed mechanical drawings, packaging documentation, and functional prototypes that support iterative design and early validation (20%).
Perform hands-on testing, experimental design, and data analysis to validate concepts, troubleshoot discrepancies, and refine designs to ensure reliability and performance (20%).
Provide mechanical design support to manufacturing by developing equipment, tooling, and production solutions, assisting with installation and debugging, and establishing safety, maintenance, and service standards (20%).
Mentor engineers, support design reviews and technical documentation, contribute to proposals, and collaborate cross-functionally to resolve issues and drive continuous improvement across engineering functions (10%).
Representative Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
6–10+ years of progressive experience in mechanical design engineering
Demonstrated success designing and analyzing mechanical systems, machinery, and packaging
Deep expertise in mechanical engineering principles, structural analysis, thermal management, and CAD tools
Strong understanding of materials, GD&T, design requirements, and production tooling
Proven ability to apply engineering judgment and implement practical, real-world solutions
Excellent communication skills with the ability to present to diverse audiences
Experience collaborating with manufacturing, quality, and production teams
Commitment to mentoring, teamwork, and continuous improvement
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