Lead Fluid Systems Engineer — Propulsion Manufacturing

Socket.dev; Berthoud (CO); On-site; USD 106,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited PTO

Parental leave

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

401k with company match

Equity grants

Job summary

Ursa Major is seeking a Lead Manufacturing Mechanical Engineer to design, test, and optimize custom fluid test systems for propulsion manufacturing. You’ll work with technicians, operators, and multiple engineering teams to deliver robust, safe, and efficient solutions.

The role emphasizes hands‑on build support, P&ID development, and thorough documentation while managing system life cycles from concept through production, in a fast‑paced environment with strict safety standards.

Qualifications

• BS or higher in Mechanical Engineering or related field; suitable experience may substitute.
• Experience designing automated hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• CAD expertise with GD&T and familiarity with piping codes (NFPA/NEC/ASME).
• Strong communication skills and ability to work with multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design of fluid test systems and instrumentation layouts.
• Develop P&ID drawings in collaboration with I&C engineers.
• Perform flow, pressure, safety factor and life calculations; apply FEA as needed.
• Create documentation, drawings, assembly instructions for production.
• Provide hands-on build support and on-floor commissioning with teams.

Skills

CAD proficiency

Technical communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Hands-on troubleshooting

Fluid systems knowledge

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

ANSYS (FEA)

P&ID software

Job description

Ursa Major is seeking a Lead Manufacturing Mechanical Engineer to design, test, and optimize custom fluid test systems for propulsion manufacturing. You’ll work with technicians, operators, and multiple engineering teams to deliver robust, safe, and efficient solutions.

The role emphasizes hands‑on build support, P&ID development, and thorough documentation while managing system life cycles from concept through production, in a fast‑paced environment with strict safety standards.