Principal Mechanical Design Engineer – Metallurgy
Job in
Phoenix, Maricopa County, Arizona, 85003, USA
Listed on 2026-09-05
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Full Time
position Listed on 2026-09-05
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Materials Engineering, Process Engineer, Quality Engineering, Manufacturing Engineer -
Manufacturing / Production
Materials Engineering, Quality Engineering, Manufacturing Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
- Lead the design and development of mechanical components and systems with a focus on metallurgical properties and powder metallurgy techniques
- Define design intent and establish specifications to drive engineering excellence
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on project goals, timelines, and deliverables
- Conduct material selection, failure analysis, and reliability assessments
- Mentor and guide junior engineers in design best practices and metallurgical principles
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the engineering department
- Stay updated on industry trends and advancements in metallurgy and design methodologies
- Engage in R&D, process development and qualification, production implementation, component substantiation, and supplier development and oversight
- PhD in Materials Science, related field, or equivalent industry experience
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in engineering, with a strong focus on metallurgy and powder metallurgy
- Strong knowledge of material properties, manufacturing processes, and design tools
- Proven experience in leading design projects from concept to production
- Proven experience in managing long-term projects and developing supplier relationships is preferred
- Excellent problem-solving skills addressing complex challenges related to material properties, processing, and performance
- Strong communication skills for presenting technical concepts and complex ideas to technical and non-technical stakeholders and leadership
- Track record of collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve common goals and drive product development
Demonstrates expertise in mechanical design and development with a strong emphasis on metallurgical properties and powder metallurgy techniques. Proven ability to lead projects from concept to production while mentoring junior engineers and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
Highest-signal resume keywords- PhD In Materials Science
- 10+ Years Of Engineering Experience
- Metallurgy And Powder Metallurgy Expertise
- Project Management And Supplier Development
- Strong Communication Skills
- Mechanical Design
- Material Selection
- Failure Analysis
- Reliability Assessment
- Manufacturing Processes
- Design Tools
- Continuous Improvement
- R&D Process Development
- Component Substantiation
- Metallurgical Principles
- Problem-Solving
- Mentoring
- Collaboration
- Presentation Skills
- Metallurgical Properties
- Powder Metallurgy Techniques
- Engineering Excellence
- Cross-Functional Teams
- Product Development
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