The Mechanical Design Engineer will be responsible for the design, development, testing, and production support of custom and catalog motors, actuators, and related electromechanical systems for aerospace, defense, industrial, and commercial applications. This role requires close collaboration with cross-functional engineering teams, including electrical, manufacturing, quality, and test engineering, to ensure products meet performance, reliability, manufacturability, and customer requirements. General Responsibilities Leverages engineering fundamentals and organization to make sound decisions on complex technical issues Detailed understanding of market and implications for business Proactively challenge and drives the organization to deliver improved quality and performance related to engineering design Product Strategy participant and driver Maintain product documentation (drawings and specifications) Direct interaction with customers to solicit product specifications requirements, schedule expectations and budget Corrosion research and welding characterization & has a strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles, materials, mechanics, fluid, thermo and heat transfer Advanced knowledge of basic electrical circuits, microelectronic assembly, statistical methods, process control fundamentals and product test processes Familiarity with manufacturing methods - welding, brazing, soldering, adhesive bonding, machining, stamping, molding, and forming. Basic knowledge of core manufacturing processes Lead mechanical design activities while participating on cross-functional New Product Development (NPD) teams Assist with design prototype builds and production validation activities in collaboration with manufacturing, quality, and supply Familiarity with design, fabrication, modification, and evaluation in support of manufacturing operations such as machining, metal forming, plastics processing, welding and brazing, assembly, and material handling Experience / Qualifications A university degree required (i.e. Bachelors degree) or equivalent relevant work experience Must be a team player able to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to handle multiple competing tasks and demands Strong communication skills; oral, written and presentation Strong organization, planning and time management skills to achieve results Strong personal and professional ethical values and integrity Holds self-accountable to achieving goals and standards Proficient in Microsoft Office programs (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel) Strong interpersonal & collaboration skills to work effectively with all levels of the organization including suppliers and/or external customers Knowledge of advanced motor and actuator design, including electromagnetic principles, electromechanical integration and state of the art design, analysis and test methods Design, develop, and validate tooling, fixtures, and assembly aids to support prototype and production manufacturing processes Experience designing semi and fully automated equipment for the assembly of low, medium and high-volume motor and actuator assemblies Familiarity with advanced engineering materials, modern assembly processes, and design for manufacturability (DFM) practices Create and maintain 3D CAD models, engineering drawings and finite element analysis using SolidWorks (preferred) or equivalent CAD software Understanding of environmental qualification requirements, including vibration, shock, thermal, humidity, and corrosion considerations Experience supporting products in aerospace, defense, industrial, or other highly regulated industries Participate in design reviews, risk assessments, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product performance, quality, and manufacturability This position requires eligibility to obtain authorization under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Non-US Persons, as defined in the ITAR and EAR, may not be eligible to obtain authorization. #LI-JL1

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