Mechanical Engineer

POSITION SUMMARY:

Will-Burt Integration (Aluma Tower and ITS) is the market-leading OEM of mobile trailer telescoping tower and mast products and integrated systems serving defense, first responder, commercial, and industrial markets worldwide. We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join a highly capable and collaborative engineering team focused on designing and integrating rugged electro-mechanical mobile trailer systems used in demanding, real-world environments.

This role offers the opportunity to design and support advanced system design for complex, vehicle-mounted and trailer-based system integration such as telescoping lattice towers and masts, climate-controlled shelters, tilt systems, power management, radar and surveillance integration, and communications payloads.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Mobile Trailer System Integration Design
* Design and release mobile trailer systems capable of operating in harsh, outdoor, off-road vehicle environments including: *

Trailer and System component selection and design
* Sheet metal, weldment, and sub-assembly design
* Simulation and analysis
* Creation of 3D models and 2D manufacturing drawings, including Bill of Materials (BOM)
* Integration of customer critical payloads
* Support Application Engineering and Sales teams by providing product selection guidance and evaluating system performance relative to customer specifications
* Design systems for both standard product offerings and customer specifications
* Develop, prototype, and test new products to expand system capabilities
* Demonstrate initiative and accountability to meet project milestones and schedules Customer Support
* Participate in internal and customer-facing design reviews
* Prepare customer drawings, schematics, and supporting technical documentation for projects and business development efforts
* Provide technical support to Sales and Application Engineering teams Manufacturing & Operations Support
* Assist in diagnosing and resolving production and customer field issues
* Support initial production pilot runs and prototype builds
* Collaborate with Manufacturing to ensure designs enable efficient assembly and cost-effective production
* Identify and specify replacement components for obsolete or hard-to-source parts
* Ensure accurate documentation and execution of engineering changes
* Support Quality and Operations teams during program execution Product Ownership & Technical Leadership
* Act as a technical subject-matter expert and product resource for cross-functional teams
* Ensure system designs comply with applicable regulatory requirements and standards, including DOT, MIL-STD-810, MIL-STD-461, and others
* Develop and implement tools, methods, and processes to improve engineering efficiency and product development effectiveness CAD System
* Create and maintain 3D models and 2D manufacturing drawings using Solid Works and EPDM (Vault)
* Perform simulations and analyses using Solid Works tools Travel (Optional)
* Opportunities exist to travel to suppliers, customers, and industry trade shows
* Travel requirements can be minimized for candidates preferring a primarily site-based role Making a Difference
* For over 100 years, Will-Burt has supported first responders, defense professionals, and commercial operators with mission-critical equipment. Our products help protect lives and enable critical operations worldwide WHAT WILL-BURT OFFERS:
* Employee Ownership:
Will-Burt is a 100% employee-owned company (ESOP). After vesting, employee-owners receive annual company stock at no cost, providing an additional retirement savings benefit
* Office

Hours:

Monday-Friday 8am-5pm
* Paid Shutdown Week
* Respectful, Supportive Culture:
We value collaboration, flexibility, and enjoying the work we do.
* Competitive Benefits:
Health, dental, vision, life, 401(k), wellness programs, ESOP stock ownership, and tuition reimbursement
* Community Engagement:
Opportunities to support charitable causes and community involvement through company-sponsored initiatives SKILLS AND

QUALIFICATIONS:

* Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) or equivalent combination of education and experience
* Proficiency with Solid Works CAD software, or extensive experience with another CAD platform and willingness to learn Solid Works
* Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, accuracy-focused, self-motivated, and effective team contributors with strong verbal and written communication skills
* Ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently and experience designing products for harsh or demanding operating environments