Mechanical Design Engineer
Design innovative systems. Solve real-world problems. Deliver performance from concept to commissioning.
We’re seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to develop and optimize mechanical and electromechanical systems for both custom and standard equipment builds. This role combines design precision with hands-on problem-solving, cross-functional collaboration, and customer-facing opportunities—offering visibility and impact across the entire product lifecycle.
What You’ll Do:
Design & Innovate
- Design and refine custom and standard mechanical/electromechanical systems
- Lead efforts in transitioning the team to Autodesk Inventor as the standard CAD platform
- Use Autodesk Inventor (priority), SolidWorks, and AutoCAD to create 3D models and detailed engineering drawings
Collaborate & Communicate
- Work closely with R&D, production, and service teams to ensure design feasibility, performance, and manufacturability
- Participate in client meetings, system demos, and Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs) to provide technical insights and collect real-time feedback
Problem-Solve & Improve
- Conduct hands-on testing and perform Root Cause Analysis (RCA) to troubleshoot and resolve system and component-level issues
- Recommend design improvements that reduce cost, increase reliability, and enhance field serviceability
Lead Across the Lifecycle
- Create comprehensive technical documentation, including assembly drawings, manuals, and support guides
- Support all phases of equipment development—from concept and prototyping to documentation, testing, and installation
Support in the Field
- Travel as needed to customer sites for system commissioning, validation, and FATs
What You Bring
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field (or equivalent hands-on experience)
- Experience designing mechanical or electromechanical systems—ideally for custom equipment or integrated solutions
- Solid grasp of engineering fundamentals: tolerancing, motion control, fasteners, and pneumatics
- Competence in RCA and failure mode mitigation techniques
- Strong communication and collaboration skills—comfortable interfacing with internal teams and customers alike
- Proficiency in Autodesk Inventor (preferred), with working knowledge of SolidWorks, AutoCAD, and standard CAD tools
- Familiarity with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) workflows and New Product Introduction (NPI) processes
- Hands-on skills in mechanical assembly, prototyping, and system testing
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and digital collaboration tools (e.g., Teams, SharePoint)
What we offer:
- A dynamic, flexible culture, that promotes collaboration and professional/ personal growth of each team member
- To be a part of a well-established team that values hard work, innovation & knows the value of its people
- Coaching and mentoring, helping team members realize their potential, aiding in defining goals and executing them
- We have an aggressive growth strategy, making way for ample advancement opportunities to transition into operations and/or direct management
- Competitive base package
- Continuous training - we are firm believers that a strong, knowledgeable, well-trained staff is the reason we are at the top of our field, having continued success
- Competitive health-care package
Our goal as leaders is to provide value, value to our clients, vendors and more importantly to our team – YOU!
Looking forward to getting to know you...
We are, and work with clients that are equal opportunity employers and considers all applicants for positions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $70,000.00 - $105,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Ability to Commute:
- Rutherford, NJ 07070 (Required)
Work Location: In person
