Senior Mechanical Engineer

Description

Seeking a highly creative and innovative Senior Mechanical Engineer. This role requires an entrepreneurial mindset, exceptional mechanical design capabilities, and the ability to think beyond conventional solutions to develop next-generation equipment, including additive manufacturing systems.

Required Qualifications

· Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited institution is required; Master's degree or other advanced engineering degree is preferred.

· Minimum 5 years of mechanical engineering experience with a proven track record of successful product development and innovation.

· Exceptional creativity and mechanical design skills with a demonstrated ability to conceive, develop, and implement innovative solutions to complex engineering challenges.

· Strong mechanical design expertise with the ability to develop complex systems from concept through production.

· Advanced proficiency in 3D CAD design software (SolidWorks preferred).

· Experience with 3D printing, additive manufacturing, advanced manufacturing technologies, or precision equipment is highly desirable.

· Demonstrated entrepreneurial mindset and ability to think outside the box to create differentiated products and technologies.

· Thrives in a fast-paced startup environment with the ability to self-organize, prioritize effectively, and execute with a high level of discipline, accountability, and ownership.

· Strong engineering fundamentals in mechanics, materials, manufacturing processes, thermal systems, and system integration.

· Understanding of both mechanical and electrical engineering principles is highly desirable. Candidates should be comfortable working at the intersection of mechanical, electrical, software, and process engineering disciplines.

· Ability to understand and troubleshoot electromechanical systems, including motion control, sensors, actuators, motors, pneumatics, electrical interfaces, wiring, and system integration.

· Experience collaborating with electrical engineers on system architecture, hardware integration, controls development, and product validation.

· Knowledge of automation systems, robotics, industrial controls, data acquisition systems, and machine design is a strong plus.

· Experience designing precision electromechanical systems, mechanisms, and industrial equipment.

· Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining strong collaboration across multidisciplinary teams.

· Strong communication, organizational, and project management skills.

· History of successfully delivering high-quality engineering solutions from concept through commercialization.

Preferred Qualifications

· Experience with industrial automation, robotics, semiconductor equipment, printed electronics, or additive manufacturing equipment.

· Knowledge of Design for Manufacturing (DFM), Design for Assembly (DFA), reliability engineering, and product lifecycle management.

· Experience with prototype development, testing, validation, root-cause analysis, and continuous improvement methodologies.

· Experience working in small, agile, high-growth organizations where flexibility and initiative are critical to success.