Mechanical Design Engineer

The Mechanical Design Engineer leads and supports the design, development, implementation, and analysis of technical and hardware products. This role applies strong analytical and reasoning skills to complex mechanical and structural design projects, conducts research to inform design decisions, and contributes to trade studies and capability analyses. The engineer develops detailed drawings using established configuration management principles, reviews technical documentation to ensure requirements are accurate and met, and assists in resolving engineering and design challenges.

The position requires continuous collaboration within integrated product and technical teams and regular interaction with internal and external stakeholders to present technical reports, data, and recommendations while contributing to key project milestones.

The Mechanical Design Engineer leads and supports the design, development, implementation, and analysis of technical and hardware products. This role applies strong analytical and reasoning skills to complex mechanical and structural design projects, conducts research to inform design decisions, and contributes to trade studies and capability analyses. The engineer develops detailed drawings using established configuration management principles, reviews technical documentation to ensure requirements are accurate and meet, and assists in resolving engineering and design challenges.

The position requires continuous collaboration within integrated product and technical teams and regular interaction with internal and external stakeholders to present technical reports, data, and recommendations while contributing to key project milestones.

• Conduct and support the design, development, implementation, and analysis of mechanical and hardware products.
• Apply strong analytical and reasoning skills to complex structural and mechanical design projects.
• Perform research on requirements, capabilities, and operational effects and apply findings to assigned projects.
• Participate in the development of trade studies, analysis of alternatives, and capability analysis to guide design decisions.
• Support multiple engineering tasks and projects simultaneously while managing priorities effectively.
• Collaborate continuously as an active member of integrated product and technical teams.
• Develop detailed engineering drawings and models and apply standard configuration management principles.
• Create CAD-based designs in accordance with ASME Y14.100 guidelines and ASME Y14.5 GD&T principles.
• Review technical documentation, specifications, and requirements to verify accuracy and ensure project objectives are being met.
• Apply system design principles and assist in the identification and resolution of engineering and design problems.
• Prepare, deliver, and present technical reports, briefings, supporting data, and design recommendations to team members, customers, and leadership.
• Contribute to the completion of milestones and deliverables associated with specific projects and programs.
• Interact regularly with internal and external customers, team members, and management to clarify requirements and provide status updates.
• Incorporate digital engineering approaches and forward-leaning artificial intelligence techniques into rapid design and prototyping activities.
• Perform risk assessment and design tradeoff analyses related to climate control, shock absorption, and other performance requirements.
• Support new product development initiatives, including concept generation, 3D modeling, design prototyping, and design iteration.
• Apply knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in developing technical plans, blueprints,…