Associate Mechanical Engineer MOD

Location:
Morristown,NJ,United States
Job

Our elevators, escalators, and moving walks safely transport more than two billion of us up and down buildings and across transportation hubs every day. As part of the Schindler team, you’ll discover meaningful work that enhances quality of life for communities, and contribute to making places more accessible, inclusive, and sustainable for all. By joining us, you don’t just become part of our success story;

you help shape the future and continue our rich legacy that started back in 1874.

The Associate Mechanical Engineer, MOD is responsible for the design and application of solutions using engineering fundamentals and established practices, procedures, and guidelines.

The position will engage and be a critical link in the project life cycle, providing technical support, task management, delivery, and innovation in the areas of mechanical engineering.

Workload Management:
Effectively manage a large workload of projects with predefined contract requirements. Meet and exceed Service Level Agreement requirements.

Deliverable Management:
Accomplish specified technical objectives on time and to customers’ expectations.

Engineering Excellence:
Deliver high-quality, reliable solutions that deliver meaningful customer value and create impactful experiences.

Essential Functions:

Perform Application Engineering activities.

• Develop and finalize system designs, calculations, and component selections using engineering fundamentals, applicable codes, and company standards.
• Apply established technical solutions and modify designs to meet project-specific requirements, ensuring safety, compliance, and performance.
• Analyze and resolve complex technical topics across design, manufacturing, and installation to ensure reliable outcomes.

• Manage multiple concurrent projects to meet contract requirements and Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
• Plan, prioritize, and execute engineering tasks to ensure timely completion of drawings, submittals, change orders, and release-to-manufacturing.
• Maintain accountability for the accuracy, quality, and completeness of all technical documentation and deliverables.

• Develop, analyze, and revise custom mechanical layouts and component designs in accordance with SEC standards and code requirements.
• Perform technical evaluations (including FEA where applicable) and generate accurate material sales orders.
• Coordinate with field teams and cross-functional partners to support feasibility assessments, risk analysis, document control, and project execution.

Education:
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering – Mechanical or a closely related field – Required.

Experience:
0 - 2 years experience in the elevator industry or similar industry.
0 - 2 years experience working with CAD Software. Experiences may be concurrent.

Skills:
Strong interpersonal Communication Skills (Verbal and Written, Technical Report Writing). Communicate effectively with all internal engineering teams, engineering management (internal escalation), and customers. Maintains positive and professional attitude in a highly demanding environment.
Computer Skills – Microsoft Office, SAP.
Knowledge of Mechanical System Design and Analysis.
Knowledge of Architectural/Structural Drawings.

Special Requirements:
Travel 10% domestic

• Fully vested 401k match, up to 7% of total eligible compensation.
• Competitive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans - Effective from first day of hire.
• 3 weeks’ vacation which increases with tenure, 7 sick days, 3 floating holidays and 8 Company Observed Holidays.
• Tuition Reimbursement - Eligible after 6 months of service.
• Parental Leave – 100% base pay for 6 consecutive weeks within first year of a child’s birth or adoption.
• A wide range of development opportunities to boost your professional and leadership growth.

Base Salary $71,200 - $75,000

The above represents the typical salary range for this position. Revisions to the range may be considered based on your…