Find & Apply For Mechanical Engineer Jobs in Palmetto, Florida

Job Summary:

The UAV industry is a fast-paced and constantly evolving market in which our client is a key player. The Mechanical Engineer is responsible for drone hardware and structures. This position requires a broad set of skills within the mechanical engineering discipline.

Technical Capabilities/Skills:

To perform at a high level, the Mechanical Engineer ideal candidate would have the following capabilities and skills:

• Strong foundation in mechanical design, structures, and materials
• Proficiency with CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks, Fusion 360, or similar)
• Experience designing and releasing production-ready parts and assemblies
• Ability to create detailed engineering drawings with GD&T and tolerance analysis
• Experience with lightweight structural design and material selection (aluminum, carbon fiber, plastics)
• Familiarity with FEA or first-principles analysis for structural and thermal problems
• Hands-on prototyping experience (3D printing, CNC machining, composites, or manual fabrication)
• Experience designing for manufacturability and assembly (DFM/DFA)
• Ability to take designs from concept through prototyping, testing, and production
• Experience debugging mechanical systems and root-causing failures in real-world conditions
• Familiarity with vibration, shock, and thermal considerations in dynamic systems
• Experience working with vendors, suppliers, or contract manufacturers The ideal candidate would also have experience with the following ("nice to have"):
• Experience with drone, UAV, aerospace, or robotics systems
• Familiarity with FPV hardware (frames, mounts, propulsion integration)
• Experience with composites and carbon fiber structural design
• Knowledge of motors, propulsion systems, or rotating machinery
• Experience designing vibration-sensitive or high-performance systems
• Prior experience supporting production scaling or field reliability
• Experience designing test fixtures, jigs, or validation setups
• Exposure to cross-disciplinary systems (electronics integration, embedded systems)
• Hands-on building experience (RC aircraft, drones, robotics projects, etc.)
• FPV flight experience or strong interest in drone systems

Personal Skills/Abilities:

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, iterative hardware development environment
• Compelling work ethic and attitudinal awareness around "getting the job done right"
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to iterate quickly on hardware
• Ability to collaborate across mechanical, electrical, and firmware teams
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong aptitude for root cause analysis and troubleshooting
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field (or equivalent practical experience)
• 2+ years of hands-on experience in mechanical or hardware engineering Disclaimer The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification.

They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel as classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. Our client is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, and sexual orientation, and ancestry, marital or veteran status. Diversity is valued and we will not tolerate discrimination or harassment in any form. Candidates for the position stated above are hired on an "at will" basis. Nothing herein is intended to create a contract.

Pay:

$90,000.00 - $104,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Application Question(s): What mechanical components, structures, or assemblies have you personally designed or helped develop? What hands-on prototyping or fabrication experience do you have? Which industries do you have direct mechanical engineering experience in? Drone / AUV - Aerospace / Defense - Robotics OR Related field (please specify) Describe one of the most challenging engineering problems you've solved. What was the issue, how did you identify the root cause, what steps did you take to resolve it, and what was the final outcome?

Work Location:

In person