Mechanical Design Engineer

sensata; Thousand Oaks (CA); On-site; USD 70,304 - 104,880; Full time

Job summary

Sensata is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to collaborate with local or global teams on product design that meets customer specifications, complete drawings, documentation, and support production launches.

You will assist with static and dynamic design, perform design verification, participate in feasibility studies, and coordinate failure analyses while applying solid mechanical engineering fundamentals. ITAR/EAR eligibility is required.

Qualifications

• A university degree required (or equivalent relevant work experience).
• Strong communication, oral/written/presentation skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple tasks.
• Excellent organization and time management.
• Strong ethical values and integrity.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
• 2–4 years experience in Aerospace in a Design Engineer or Project Engineer role is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with static, dynamic design and analysis of electro-mechanical components.
• Perform design verification by collecting empirical data and making design recommendations.
• Participate in feasibility studies and testing; coordinate with technicians and drafting teams.
• Coordinate failure analysis investigations and engineering evaluations.
• Apply fundamental mechanical engineering principles across materials, mechanics, fluids, thermo, and heat transfer.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Organization

Ethics

Microsoft Office

Interpersonal & Collaboration

Aerospace experience

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Mechanical Design Engineer collaborates with a local team or global engineering team on product design which satisfy customer specifications. This process includes design, product validation, completing documentation and executing launch items for production. Complete all related drawings, documentation and release in internal systems.

General Responsibilities

• Assists with static, dynamic design, and analysis of electro-mechanical components
• Performs design verification on original and/or derivative design by collecting empirical data through experimental methods. Manipulate and synthesize the data to make design recommendations based off of the testing
• Participates in feasibility studies and testing on new and modified designs. Work closely with support personnel (technicians and drafting teams) in the preparation of detailed technology selection, conceptual design, detail design and prototyping
• Coordinates failure analysis investigations and engineering evaluations
• Has a strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles, materials, mechanics, fluid, thermo and heat transfer

Experience / Qualifications

• A university degree required (i.e. Bachelors degree) or equivalent relevant work experience
• Must be a team player able to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to handle multiple competing tasks and demands
• Strong communication skills; oral, written and presentation
• Strong organization, planning and time management skills to achieve results
• Strong personal and professional ethical values and integrity
• Holds self-accountable to achieving goals and standards
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)
• Strong interpersonal & collaboration skills to work effectively with all levels of the organization including suppliers and/or external customers
• 2-4 years experience in Aerospace in a Design Engineer or Project Engineer role is a plus

This position requires eligibility to obtain authorization under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Non-US Persons, as defined in the ITAR and EAR, may not be eligible to obtain authorization.

Base Salary Range: $70,304.00 - $104,880.00

At Sensata, our employees are the key to our success and growth. We recognize that each individual brings their own unique experience, therefore the base salary range information shown above is a general guideline only. Sensata considers several factors when extending an offer, including, but not limited to, a candidate’s experience and qualifications, as well as internal equity, market and business considerations. In addition to base salary, Sensata offers competitive medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance plans, along with education reimbursement, wellness programs, a 401(k) retirement plan with Company matching, and a variety of paid time off, such as vacation or flex-time, sick, bereavement, and parental leave. Certain positions are also eligible for short-term incentive and long-term incentive programs.

Smarter Together

• Collaborating at Sensata means working with some of the world’s most talented people in an enriching environment that is constantly pushing towards the next best thing
• Employees work across functions, countries and cultures gaining new perspectives through mutual respect and open communication
• As OneSensata, we are working together to make things work together