Lead Mechanical Engineer: Piano Craft & Manufacturing

Energy Jobline ZR; Astoria (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

FSAs

Generous 401k contribution

Paid holidays

Vacation and sick leave

Professional development

Job summary

Steinway is seeking experienced Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineers to lead the design, production, and refinement of our instruments. This hands‑on role combines mechanical engineering with piano craftsmanship, acoustics, and process optimization (Lean/DFMA) to improve efficiency, quality and sound.

You will mentor engineers and technicians, drive continuous improvement, and ensure every piano meets the highest standards while advancing Steinway’s legacy. Two openings available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or related field.
• 5–10+ years of progressive engineering experience in precision manufacturing, musical instruments, or woodworking‑intensive industries.
• Proven expertise in piano engineering, piano technician work, and/or woodworking/finishing.
• Hands‑on problem‑solving experience, including troubleshooting complex systems, materials, and processes.
• Familiarity with CAD modeling tools (NX, SolidWorks, or similar) and PLM software.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering and manufacturing initiatives across piano design, materials, assembly, finishing, and acoustic performance.
• Test and analyze components, assemblies, and materials to ensure exceptional quality and sound.
• Provide technical guidance and troubleshoot complex issues across production, quality, and engineering teams.
• Apply Lean, DFMA (Design for Manufacturing and Assembly), and other process optimization principles to improve efficiency, quality, and manufacturability.
• Maintain and manage detailed engineering documentation, parts models, construction orders, and PLM records.
• Mentor engineers and technicians, fostering best practices, multi‑disciplinary knowledge, and cross‑functional collaboration.
• Drive continuous improvement and innovation, balancing respect for legacy systems with modern engineering approaches.

Skills

Project management

Lean manufacturing

DFMA

Mentoring

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

NX

SolidWorks

PLM software

Job description

Steinway is seeking experienced Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineers to lead the design, production, and refinement of our instruments. This hands‑on role combines mechanical engineering with piano craftsmanship, acoustics, and process optimization (Lean/DFMA) to improve efficiency, quality and sound.

You will mentor engineers and technicians, drive continuous improvement, and ensure every piano meets the highest standards while advancing Steinway’s legacy. Two openings available.