Mechanical Design Engineer – Defense Systems

Lmtdefense; Eldridge (IA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO after 90 days

Attendance bonus

Medical/Dental/Vision

Health Savings Account

Flexible Savings Account

Employee Assistance Program

401(k) with employer match

Job summary

LMT Defense in Eldridge, IA is seeking a Product Engineer II to design, develop, integrate, and validate mechanical components and systems that meet performance, quality, and reliability requirements.

The role develops and maintains accurate 2D drawings and 3D CAD models (Creo) to support design and manufacturing, while collaborating with Sales, Quality, Process and Manufacturing Engineering to ensure practical, manufacturable designs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (Mechanical preferred).
• 6+ years of mechanical/product design experience.
• Proficiency with 3D CAD software (Creo preferred).
• Experience creating engineering drawings and applying GD&T standards.
• Strong communication, analytical, and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Expedite and manage emergency activities to keep projects on track.
• Demonstrate flexibility in handling work assignments.
• Ensure designs meet function, safety, and quality requirements before release.
• Responsible for design updates and drawing releases on projects.
• Interface with Production, Sales, and Quality departments in a cooperative manner.
• Participate and lead in design reviews.
• Establish testing requirements for designs and updates; perform or support testing.
• Alert Supervisor to issues affecting end product value.
• Communicate with Supervisor on progress and organization of projects.
• Meet time standards for tasks.
• Report issues affecting productivity, safety, and quality.
• Follow company procedures and policies.
• Protect and use of company assets.

Skills

Mechanical design

Project management

GD&T

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Defense industry experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Creo

Job description

LMT Defense in Eldridge, IA is seeking a Product Engineer II to design, develop, integrate, and validate mechanical components and systems that meet performance, quality, and reliability requirements.

The role develops and maintains accurate 2D drawings and 3D CAD models (Creo) to support design and manufacturing, while collaborating with Sales, Quality, Process and Manufacturing Engineering to ensure practical, manufacturable designs.