Senior Mechanical Engineer

• On-site
• Technical
• Full-Time

Extreme Engineering Solutions (X-ES) is looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to support the development of rugged single board computers and systems. This role focuses on mechanical design and verification, including 3D modeling, drawing creation, analysis, and electromechanical integration. The engineer will collaborate with PCB design, manufacturing, and other cross-functional teams to develop robust, manufacturable designs.

• Perform mechanical engineering work necessary to ensure X-ES products conform to provided specifications.
• Support development of new products through analysis-driven decision making.
• Communicate design status across departments and document engineering decisions clearly.
• Create and review complex 3D models, assemblies, and detailed drawings using Creo.
• Review PCB layouts for mechanical fit, constraints, and integration within assemblies.
• Evaluate mechanical FEA results, including modal, shock, vibration, and fatigue analyses, and provide design recommendations.
• Analyze test data, identify root causes of failures, and recommend design changes to improve product performance and reliability.
• Document engineering analyses, test results, and technical recommendations, and effectively communicate findings and conclusions to cross-functional teams
• Mentor less experienced engineers, provide technical guidance, and review engineering work for quality and accuracy.

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of seven (7+) years of related engineering experience
• Strong proficiency in solid modeling and mechanical drawing creation (Creo preferred).
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Working knowledge of GD&T and Design for Manufacturability (DFM) principles
• Ability to work efficiently and independently.
• Ability to work onsite from our facility located at 9901 Silicon Prairie Parkway in Verona, WI.

• Ten (10+) years of related engineering experience.
• Proficient in GD&T and tolerance analysis.
• Experience with simulation tools (ANSYS, Creo Simulate, etc.).
• Experience with PCB-mechanical integration.
• Experience with vibration/shock testing, solder joint durability, or rugged electronics packaging.
• Experience with programming or scripting languages (Python, MATLAB, etc.).

Extreme Engineering Solutions offers a competitive compensation package with excellent benefits, including:

• No-deductible, low-copay group health and dental insurance (90% employer paid)
• Life insurance, short and long-term disability insurance (100% employer paid)
• Eligibility for health, dental, vision, life/AD&D, and disability insurance benefits on the first day of the month following date of hire
• Paid time off, plus eight paid holidays a year
• 401(k) employer match up to 4%. Roth option is available
• Participation in the employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) at no cost to employees

When “rugged enough” isn’t rugged enough for embedded computing systems, industry leaders in the military, aerospace, industrial, and commercial sectors turn to Extreme Engineering Solutions (X-ES). Because we strive to be the premier provider of mission-critical embedded products while delivering exceptional levels of customer and employee satisfaction, we hire strong contributors and give them space to thrive. As a 100% employee-owned company, our employees both drive and directly benefit from our success.

Together, we meticulously design and build products that stand up to some of the most extreme conditions on the planet.

X-ES is located on the far west side of Madison, WI.…