Lead Engineer Mechanical Systems Mechanism

North American Controls, Inc.; Shelby Township (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan with company match

Bonus eligibility

Paid holidays

Company parties

Competitive salary

Collaborative environment

Job summary

North American Controls, Inc. in Michigan seeks a Lead Engineer to oversee mechanical systems for defense platforms, including fluid power and actuation components.

You will lead design efforts, generate 2D/3D models, and provide shop-floor support while interfacing with customers and cross-functional teams. Requires a Bachelor’s in Engineering, 5+ years in mechanical design, strong problem-solving, and proficiency in CAD/FEA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering required.
• Minimum five years' experience with mechanical systems.
• Strong technical skills and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to develop, execute, and follow-through on engineering plans.
• Organized, adaptable, and able to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present technical data, including formal reports for customer approval.
• Create 2D assembly drawings with GD&T.
• Review and create 3D component and assembly models.
• Provide shop floor technical support to production, QA, and testing.
• Perform failure/root cause analyses and implement corrective actions.
• Lead internal design reviews prior to release.
• Develop and manage activity schedules with critical path mitigation.
• Communicate design drivers to non-technical audiences.

Skills

Mechanical design

Problem solving

Documentation & reporting

Cross-functional collaboration

Technical communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

3D CAD

FEA software

Job description

Benefits:

Collaborative, team-oriented environment

Retirement Plan with Company Match

Bonus eligibility

Paid Holidays

Company parties

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Paid time off

At North American Controls, we are proud to be a valued provider of critical capabilities that go into the platforms that protect our service men and women. We develop and deliver products that span fluid distributive systems, electromechanical actuation, gear boxes and other complex mechanisms for the defense industry. Our team is comprised of professionals that serve a greater purpose that supports those who serve. We are looking for a Lead Engineer that shares that mission.

Responsibilities for the Lead Engineer:

Prepare and present technical data, including formal reports for customer approval and informal desktop reviews

Read, understand, and create 2D assembly and component drawings including GD&T

Review, edit, and create 3D component and assembly models

Provide shop floor technical support to production, quality assurance, and testing departments

Perform failure / root cause analyses, develop corrective actions, validate conclusions, implement and measure solutions.

Lead internal design review process to prove new designs before release

Develop and manage activity schedules including critical path identification and mitigation

Effectively communicate design drivers and key technical characteristics to non-technical individuals

Qualifications of the Lead Engineer:

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Minimum of five years of experience with mechanical systems, preferably in fluid power or mechanisms.

Strong technical skills and excellent problem-solving abilities

Ability to develop, execute, and follow through on comprehensive engineering plans

Highly organized and adaptable, with the ability to effectively manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, multitasking environment while maintaining a strong focus on technical quality and results.

Ability to conceptualize a solution in response to customer requirements

Familiarity with requirements traceability from specifications through qualification

Clear and effective communication, including the ability to communicate technical information clearly and professionally to a diverse audience.

Strong ability to collaborate effectively and build strong professional relationships with employees at all levels of the organization, from the shop floor to company ownership.

Must be a U.S. Person

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in design, application, and/or testing of mechanisms involving actuators, gears, and bearings.

Experience in material selection including hardness, surface finishes, platings, and protective finishes

Use of commercial FEA software as part of design decision making and verification

Experience with DoD acquisition process and program phases as it pertains to the product development process

Knowledge of and ability to comply with ITAR and ISO 9001: 2015

Preferred experience in marking and handling Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI)