Senior Mechanical Engineer

Title:

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Reports To:

Engineering Manager

Direct Reports:
None (May mentor junior engineers and technicians)

The Senior Mechanical Engineer is a highly experienced technical contributor responsible for the design, development, and continuous improvement of the company’s products and mechanical systems. Within a 45-person organization, this role combines deep technical expertise with hands‑on involvement in product development, prototyping, manufacturing support, and field problem‑solving.

In a smaller company environment, the Senior Mechanical Engineer plays a critical role in both strategic and day‑to‑day engineering execution—driving innovation while ensuring designs are practical, manufacturable, reliable, and aligned with business objectives. This individual collaborates closely with engineering leadership, production, sales, service, and operations to deliver high‑quality solutions that support company growth and customer satisfaction.

This role is designed for someone who can take on a variety of responsibilities across different areas of the business. You will work alongside a team of driven professionals focused on delivering strong results and meeting the needs of our customers.

We’re looking for someone who is adaptable, takes initiative, and is comfortable operating in a dynamic environment. This position offers the opportunity to grow your skills and career while contributing to meaningful projects, improving internal processes, and supporting the overall success of the organization.

You will play an important role on the team, contributing where needed, taking ownership of your work, and helping set a positive, solutions‑oriented example.

• Lead the design and development of new products, systems, and components from concept through production.
• Create detailed mechanical designs, 3D models, drawings, and specifications.
• Perform engineering analysis, calculations, and validation testing.
• Apply design for manufacturability (DFM) principles to ensure efficient production.
• Evaluate materials, components, and technologies to enhance performance and reliability.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives for existing products.

• Support prototype builds and conduct hands‑on testing and troubleshooting.
• Develop and execute validation plans to verify performance, durability, and safety.
• Analyze test data and implement design refinements as needed.
• Ensure compliance with applicable industry standards and regulatory requirements.

• Collaborate with production teams to resolve design or process‑related challenges.
• Provide engineering support for assembly, fabrication, and process improvements.
• Identify opportunities to improve manufacturing efficiency, quality, and cost control.
• Assist with implementation of capital improvements and tooling enhancements.
• Participate in root cause analysis and corrective action processes.

• Manage assigned engineering projects, timelines, and deliverables.
• Coordinate cross‑functional activities to ensure on‑time, on‑budget completion.
• Identify technical risks and proactively develop mitigation strategies.
• Support engineering documentation and change management processes.

• Assist with product installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting at customer sites when required.
• Support technical discussions with customers and sales teams.
• Contribute to product demonstrations and trade show preparation.
• Provide clear technical communication and documentation to internal and external stakeholders.

• Serve as a technical resource and mentor for junior engineers and technical staff.
• Promote best practices in design, documentation, and engineering standards.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of engineering processes and systems.
• Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and competitive products.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, or related field required.
• 8–12+ years of mechanical…