Mechanical Engineer

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CLIENT PARTNER PROFILE & VALUE PROPOSITION: Leapros has been engaged by a manufacturing leader in the Inland Empire to fill a Mechanical Engineer role. This role is 100% onsite in Riverside, CA.

POSITION TITLE:
Mechanical Engineer

POSITION SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Engineering Manager, the role involves contributing to the development of innovative products and tools that support the company's strategic goals. Responsibilities include assisting in product and tool testing to ensure compliance with relevant standards such as NFPA, EN, ASTM, and ISO 9001:2015. The position also supports the maintenance and continuous improvement of existing product lines.

Additional duties may be assigned as needed to support departmental and organizational objectives.

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES:

• Develop effective project plans to include engineering milestones, tasks, tollgates, and well‑defined timelines.
• Conduct engineering analysis including initial and ongoing design reviews, FEA, material selection, and tolerance studies.
• Identify process deficiencies and develop solutions to improve those deficiencies.
• Submit a scope of work for each project that includes budgetary numbers and the goal of each project.
• Create, maintain, and review detailed engineering documentation including CAD models, drawings, BOMs, and test reports.
• Develop an accurate accounting of all engineering hours required for various types of internal projects.
• Lead prototyping, testing; and evaluations of theoretical designs.
• Drive anthropology style analysis, critical thought, design, and project execution.
• Ensure products can be made reliably and will perform consistently in specified operating conditions and environments.
• Use research, analytical, conceptual, and planning skills, particularly mathematical modeling and computer‑aided design.
• Serve as a mentor of an engineering team.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and Lean manufacturing principles.
• Stay current with industry standards, safety regulations, and emerging technologies.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• BS in mechanical engineering or similar engineering degree.
• 5+ years of permanent engineering experience.
• Familiarity with polymers, plastics processing, injection, and compression molding.
• Proficiency with 3D CAD software (Solid Works preferred).
• Adequate knowledge of engineering analysis tools (Solid Works Simulation, ANSYS, Creo Simulate, or similar).
• Mathematical computing and analysis tools knowledge (MATLAB, Excel, LabVIEW etc.).
• Creativity and analytical skills.
• Ability to communicate technical knowledge in a clear and understandable manner.
• Excellent problem‑solving abilities and the ability to provide updates to upper management.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suites.
• Accurate and attentive to detail with excellent documentation skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both orally and in writing.
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills.
• Strong decision‑making skills and a results‑driven approach to meet deadlines.
• The ability to work independently and meet goals autonomously.

PAY TRANSPARENCY: A reasonable estimate of the available {annual or hourly} pay scale for this position is: $95,000-$110,000. The actual compensation offered may vary depending on qualifications and other factors essential to the performance of duties and is determined by the hiring authority.

At Leapros, we are committed to our core values and guiding ethical principles, to conducting business in a non‑discriminatory manner, and to operating in strict compliance with applicable federal and state laws pertaining to Equal Employment Opportunity. This commitment enhances our ability to conduct business with the highest level of integrity, solidifying our position as the most trusted workforce solutions partner.

To learn more about Leapros or to speak with one of our recruitment partners, call 866-920-LEAP or visit our website at