Design Engineer II

Air Squared Manufacturing Inc

Company:
Air Squared

Title of Position:
Design Engineer II

Position Type:
Full time;
Exempt

Description:

Air Squared Group, LLC. is a leading designer and manufacturer of scroll type compressors, vacuum pumps and expanders for the medical, automotive, aerospace, fuel cell and power generation industries. We specialize in challenging projects that demand creative, custom-engineered solutions. By working closely with our customers, we develop highly tailored designs that meet their exact performance and reliability requirements.

We are seeking a Design Engineer II to join our growing team. This role is focused on the design, analysis, and prototyping of customized scroll compressors and vacuum pumps. The ideal candidate will lead technical development efforts, support design for manufacturability, and ensure products meet rigorous specifications for size, performance, lifespan, and reliability.

$85,000 - $105,000 / year, based on qualifications and experience

• Health Insurance through Cigna (optional HSA plan with $10 per pay period matching)
• Dental and Vision insurance
• Long Term Disability Insurance, paid by employer
• Group and voluntary life insurance
• 401K Retirement Plan
• Safety shoe allowance
• 3-weeks PTO accrual and paid holidays
• Parental Leave
• Educational reimbursement

• Flexible 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off
• Catered company lunches on a quarterly basis
• Company Summer picnic for employees and their families
• Department activities budget
• Company Happy Hours, Trivia night and more
• Casual dress code
• Employee Referral Program
• Employee Recognition Awards

• Lead technical development of new products from concept through completion
• Design detailed 3D models and fabrication drawings using Solid Works
• Use CFD to optimize cooling, pressure drop, and heat rejection
• Select and specify hardware components (bearings, couplings, fasteners, O-rings, etc.)
• Estimate performance during the design phase and validate through testing
• Support in-house and external machine shops with design and dimensional inquiries
• Independently develop complex components and assemblies
• Assist with prototype testing and troubleshooting
• Occasionally assist with hands‑on assembly (most builds handled by lab technicians)
• Mentor and train entry‑level engineers and interns
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
• Occasional travel may be required
• Overtime availability as needed

• MUST SUBMIT RESUME TO BE CONSIDERED
• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent experience required)
• Minimum 5 years of relevant design engineering experience
• Experience with Solid Works (3D modeling and drawings)
• Proficient in GD&T principles
• Experience with Solid Works Simulation (FEA and CFD)
• Background in automotive, aerospace, or medical industries (preferred)
• Familiarity with industry‑specific design standards (preferred)
• Knowledge of various manufacturing processes
• Experience leading full product lifecycle projects is a plus

Thornton, Colorado

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