Staff Engineer, Mechanical Design

Summary

The Staff Engineer, Mechanical Design develops new mechanical systems/modules and maintains existing designs. Research mechanical concepts and create system solutions using 3D modeling and simulation software. Complete calculations and test, validate, and qualify their systems and make adjustments as needed. Provide support throughout the manufacturing process of the mechanical system that they have designed. The Staff Engineer works with cross‑functional teams of other engineers, customers, supply chain and project leadership to ensure robust and high‑quality product development.

Enhance designs with feedback from reviews in areas such as manufacturing, test, supply chain, reliability, industrial design and simulations.

• Lead the design, development and implementation of technical solutions for complex projects, involving multiple domains. Participate in project planning and scheduling.
• Provide technical leadership and direction to a sizable team of engineers. May be a recognized expert (go‑to person) in one or more technical areas.
• Take responsibility for delivering non‑technical elements of an engineering project (people, financials, etc.).
• Review and interpret customer requirements/specifications and may act as primary customer contract.
• Analyze trade‑offs in complex systems and recommend solutions. Develop deployment strategies and plans.
• Lead the deployment of strategic complex programs and coordinate site‑wide deployment efforts.
• May manage relationships with key vendors/partners.
• Prepare calculations on the proposed solution before completing technical drawings.
• Design, modify and implement systems that meet customer and Celestica needs. Sketch and draw up designs using input from other engineers, requirements and input from design review (DFx) team.
• Create designs in line with company procedure, regulations and client standards.
• Submit drawings to management, engineering teams and customers for review.
• Use customer feedback and data to upgrade, improve or repair the company's existing machines.
• Provide support during the manufacturing process.
• Finalize designs and send prints to the production department.
• Follow Celestica’s quality policies and perform within the Quality Management System.

• Project Management – Ability to manage/lead complex, multiple line engineering projects that may also involve other functions. Demonstrate solid understanding of the technical, financial and personnel aspects of the project. Create project/change management plan and ensure delivery within time and budget.
• Leadership – Demonstrate People & Team Leadership Behaviors as per Celestica Leadership Imperatives. Lead by listening first, adapting to deliver, building quality relationships, and working with integrity.
• Financial Acumen / Business Planning – Create financial plans for projects, align internally and externally. Perform profitability calculations, risk and sensitivity analysis and mitigate risks.
• Competencies – Coaching/Mentoring;
  Communication/Negotiation/Presentation;
  Creative Problem Solving;
  Customer Interaction/Stakeholder Management;
  Quality & Lean;
  Working Effectively with Others; D/PFMEA; 8D/Corrective Action;
  Equipment Safety;
  Design of Experiments (DOE).
• MECHANICAL – Industrial Design, FEA, Tolerance Analysis, DFx, Mechanical Assembly, Plastic Injection Molding.
• ANALYSIS & SIMULATION – Thermal Analysis/Modelling, Fluid System Design, Statistical Modeling.
• CAD – Solid Modeling (Solid Works), Drawing Creation, GD&T.
• ENCLOSURES – Design for Machining, Frame Weldment, Die Cast Parts, Extrusions, Sheet Metal, Welding.
• ELECTRO‑MECHANICAL – PCBA housings, System Architecture, Mechanical Automation, Electrical isolation.

• Performed in a normal office environment.
• Requires extended periods of sitting and sustained visual concentration on a computer monitor or detailed data.
• Frequent repetitive manual movements (e.g., data entry, using a computer mouse, using a calculator).
• Occasional travel may be required.

Salary Range: $118,000 – $162,000 annually.

7 to 10 years of related experience; experience in similar job roles.