Advanced Mechanical Systems Engineer
Our client is a well-established manufacturer of precision-engineered products serving highly regulated and technically demanding industries. The organization is known for its innovation-driven environment, investment in engineering excellence, and commitment to developing industry-leading technologies.
Job Description
Lead the design and development of new mechanical products and product enhancements from concept through production. Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineers and designers within the R&D organization. Develop detailed engineering drawings, GD&T schemes, tolerance stack analyses, and design documentation. Perform advanced engineering analyses including motion studies, CFD, heat transfer, and related simulation methods. Review engineering calculations and analyses completed by other team members and provide technical guidance. Manage engineering changes, product structures, and bills of materials through PLM systems. Develop and oversee comprehensive test plans, validation activities, and performance evaluations. Analyze test data, draw conclusions, and drive design improvements based on results. Collaborate closely with manufacturing, quality, operations, and supply chain teams to ensure Design for Manufacturability (DFM). Evaluate supplier performance, inspection results, and non-conforming material dispositions. Support cost optimization initiatives and ensure product designs align with target cost objectives. Conduct patent research, trade studies, and support intellectual property development activities. Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to engineering processes, analytical methods, and product development practices. Lead root-cause investigations and resolve complex technical challenges through data-driven problem solving.
MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.
The Successful Applicant
A successful Advanced Mechanical Systems Engineer should have:
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
- 7+ years of product development or R&D engineering experience.
- Strong experience with complex mechanical assemblies and precision-engineered components.
- Advanced analytical capability in DEA, kinematic analysis, CFD, heat transfer, or related engineering tools.
- Proficiency with CAD software; SolidWorks experience strongly preferred.
- Experience creating detailed engineering drawings compliant with ASME Y14.5 standards.
- Strong knowledge of GD&T, tolerance stack-up analysis, and dimensional inspection methodologies.
- Experience with PLM systems and engineering change management processes.
- Understanding of manufacturing processes such as machining, injection molding, casting, forging, extrusion, and metal forming.
- Knowledge of materials selection, heat treatment, coatings, and product performance optimization.
- Strong project leadership and technical communication skills.
- Ability to mentor junior engineers and lead cross-functional engineering initiatives.
- Experience supporting products in highly regulated or technically demanding industries is highly desirable.
What's on Offer
- Competitive base salary ranging from $110,000 to $140,000, depending on experience.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and retirement benefits.
- Opportunity to work on complex, innovative products with significant engineering challenges.
- High visibility role with technical leadership responsibilities.
- Exposure to advanced simulation, testing, and product development technologies.
- Long-term career growth within a stable and expanding engineering organization.
- Collaborative environment focused on innovation, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.
If interested, apply now!