Principal Mechanical Engineer

Principal Mechanical Engineer

Report to the Engineering Manager in Videojet, a Veralto company. This senior technical Individual Contributor role drives the future of Videojet’s product platforms.

• Performance-based bonuses and annual salary reviews
• Company-paid accident insurance and preventive healthcare from day one
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• 401(k) savings plan
• Attractive employee referral program
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Employee events and social clubs

Responsibilities:

• Lead Value Analysis/Value Engineering (VAVE) initiatives to improve reliability and reduce costs
• Drive Maintenance of Line (MOL) activities, including root cause analysis and continuous improvement
• Architect and validate mechanical design changes to address obsolescence, quality, and safety issues
• Develop and oversee test plans using lab testing, simulation, and analytical tools
• Manage multiple engineering projects, ensuring alignment with business goals and timelines
• Act as a trusted advisor across manufacturing, procurement, tech support, quality, and product management
• Mentor junior engineers and champion best practices in mechanical engineering

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (Master’s preferred)
• 10+ years of engineering experience in new product development (NDP) and/or Maintenance of Line (MOL) support
• 5+ years working with industrial equipment or similar technologies
• Proven leadership in cross‑functional technical projects

• Electromechanical industrial equipment (gear pumps, diaphragm pumps, cooling fans, solenoid valves)
• Advanced mechanical design with plastics and metals (injection molding, sheet metal fabrication)
• Proficiency in CAD tools (Solid Works)
• Strong knowledge of product lifecycle management (NPD, SOPs, change control)
• Experience with daily management and visual management practices

• Your work safeguards essentials people rely on every day
• You’ll have opportunities to deepen your skillset, pursue your ambitions, and grow your career
• You’ll be part of a culture built on innovation, collaboration, and impact

US only: $105,000 – $120,000 USD per year. The compensation range may be modified in the future.

• Paid time off
• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• 401(k) to eligible employees
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Company-paid accident insurance and preventive healthcare from day one
• Performance-based bonuses and annual salary reviews
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Employee events and social clubs
• 401(k) savings plan
• Attractive employee referral program

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