Mechanical Engineer III

Key Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design and development of products/systems from concept through release and production support.
• Translate customer and internal requirements into engineering specifications architectures and detailed designs.
• Create and review 3D models drawings GD&T and engineering documentation; ensure compliance with applicable standards.
• Perform engineering analyses (hand calcs and/or FEA/CFD as needed) to validate design performance and safety margins.
• Develop and execute test plans verification/validation strategies and root-cause investigations; document results and recommendations.
• Drive design reviews (PDR/CDR) risk assessments (DFMEA) and design-for-manufacturability/assembly/serviceability improvements.
• Partner with manufacturing to support prototyping tooling process development and transition to production.
• Own technical problem-solving for field or production issues including corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) where applicable.
• Manage technical scope schedule and deliverables for assigned projects; communicate status and risks clearly.
• Mentor and guide Mechanical Engineer I/II team members; contribute to engineering best practices and process improvements.
• Coordinate with suppliers on component selection technical requirements and qualification testing.
• Other tasks as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering (or closely related field).
• Typically 610 years of relevant mechanical engineering experience (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• Proficiency with 3D CAD (e.g. Creo SolidWorks Inventor NX or similar) and drawing creation/release practices.
• Strong understanding of mechanical design principles materials manufacturing processes and GD&T.
• Experience taking designs through prototype test and release into production.
• Demonstrated ability to lead technical work conduct design reviews and solve complex engineering problems.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across disciplines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience with FEA/CFD tools and advanced tolerance analysis.
• Familiarity with regulated or safety-critical environments (as applicable) quality systems and documentation rigor.
• Experience with hydraulics/pneumatics rotating equipment shake & vibration pressure-containing components or other domain-specific systems (if relevant).
• Experience with product lifecycle management (PLM) tools (e.g. Windchill Teamcenter Agile).
• Project management best practices tools (e.g. Jira Confluence)

Core Competencies

• Technical leadership and sound engineering judgment
• Ownership mentality and strong execution
• Structured problem solving (8D A3 DMAIC a plus)
• Ability to balance performance cost manufacturability and schedule
• Clear written documentation and presentation skills

Work Environment / Physical Requirements (optional)

• Office/lab/manufacturing environment; occasional travel to supplier or customer sites (as needed).
• Ability to work safely in lab/industrial areas and lift typical prototype/test equipment (where applicable).

Reporting & Collaboration

• Reports to: Engineering Manager (or equivalent).
• Works closely with: Manufacturing Quality Supply Chain Project Management Field/Service and Engineering peers.