Lead Mech Design Engineer - High-Speed Rotating Machinery

Sapphire Technologies group; Cypress (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Comprehensive health benefits

Job summary

Sapphire Technologies group in Cypress, California is looking for a Lead Mechanical Design Engineer to spearhead the development of advanced high-speed rotating machinery. This role includes responsibilities in mechanical architecture and team leadership, requiring strong expertise in turbomachinery.

The successful candidate will engage in cross-functional collaboration, ensuring readiness for production and scalability. A robust knowledge of rotor dynamics and design tools is essential for driving innovative solutions.

The position offers a competitive benefits package and the opportunity to shape new product platforms.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience developing turbomachinery or similar electromechanical products.
• Experience leading complex products from design through validation and production.
• Strong knowledge of high-speed rotating equipment and thermal management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and production launch of high-speed rotating machinery.
• Own mechanical architecture, system interfaces, and major design decisions.
• Ensure timely release of accurate CAD models, drawings, and specifications.

Skills

Mechanical design leadership

SolidWorks proficiency

Rotor dynamics knowledge

Product qualification experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline

Master's degree preferred

Tools

CAD software

Engineering analysis tools

Job description

Sapphire Technologies group in Cypress, California is looking for a Lead Mechanical Design Engineer to spearhead the development of advanced high-speed rotating machinery. This role includes responsibilities in mechanical architecture and team leadership, requiring strong expertise in turbomachinery.

The successful candidate will engage in cross-functional collaboration, ensuring readiness for production and scalability. A robust knowledge of rotor dynamics and design tools is essential for driving innovative solutions.

The position offers a competitive benefits package and the opportunity to shape new product platforms.