Sr Mechanical Engineer

General Description

We are seeking a hands on, creative, and highly effective Mechanical Engineer to join our Rapid R&D Team. This team operates in a fast paced, Scrum driven environment, focused on quickly developing, iterating, and validating new product concepts and existing product line enhancements. The ideal candidate is energized by problem solving, cross functional collaboration, and delivering high quality designs that transition seamlessly into engineering and manufacturing.

• Develop 3D mechanical designs, assemblies, and fabrication drawings using Autodesk Inventor
• Perform mechanical analysis, tolerance stack ups, material selection, and feasibility assessments
• Use FEA to evaluate and optimize designs
• Develop engineering calculations for mechanical mechanisms and water treatment processes. Mechanical statics and fluid calculations.
• Collaborate closely with product management, in house production teams, and project engineering to deliver prototypes and design standards.
• Support Agile Scrum processes, including sprint planning, daily standups, and sprint reviews.
• Build and test prototypes, create test plans, and document results in a report.
• Work with estimators or suppliers directly to get costing information or source test equipment
• Provide DFM/DFA (Design for Manufacturing/Assembly) guidance to ensure smooth transition into production
• Support root cause analysis and implement design improvements based on test results and field feedback
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the Rapid R&D process

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
• 3–5+ years of mechanical design experience

• Strong proficiency in Autodesk Inventor (3D modeling, assemblies, drawings)
• Demonstrated experience with mechanical systems, mechanisms, structures, or fluid components
• Hands on prototyping and testing experience
• Experience working with manufacturing processes such as machining, sheet metal, plastics, or assembly operations
• Ability to thrive in a fast moving, iterative development environment
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively within cross functional teams

• Experience working in an Agile Scrum environment
• Knowledge of GD&T, tolerance analysis, and industry standards
• Experience with rapid prototyping tools (3D printing, CNC, etc.)
• Proficiency in FEA analysis, specifically Autodesk Nastran
• Knowledge of sheet metal design and fabrication

• A self starter who brings curiosity and a desire to quickly understand problems
• A bias for prototyping, experimenting, and iterating
• Strong attention to detail combined with a practical, “get it done” mindset
• Comfort working on multiple projects in parallel
• A collaborative mindset that aligns with a team that moves fast and adapts quickly

• Ability to travel up to 25%

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits include health care (medical, dental, vision) with coverage starting on the first day of employment as well as 401(k) with company match and holiday pay.

Parkson Corporation is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Parkson Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.