Mechanical Engineer

ALTEN Technology USA; Arvada (CO); On-site; USD 93,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

ALTEN Technology USA is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design parts and assemblies from concept to prototype, evaluate specifications and costs for pumps, motors, and electromechanical systems, and coordinate prototype production and validation.

Candidate will document CAD files, changes, and test results, collaborate across teams, and lead projects from concept through production. 0–10% travel and local CO work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• 3+ years of progressive mechanical engineering experience in industrial, manufacturing, or heavy equipment environments.
• Advanced proficiency in solid modeling, with Solid Edge preferred.
• Knowledge of pumps, motors, and fabricated component processes.
• Experience designing and prototyping electromechanical systems.
• Experienced with FEA and FMEA methods.
• Strong math skills and ability to interpret diagrams and equations.
• Occasional travel 0-10% to customers or sites; local to CO.
• Proven ability to lead design projects from concept through production.

Responsibilities

• Mechanical Design: design parts, assemblies, and sheet metal components from concept to prototype and launch.
• Engineering Analysis: evaluate specifications, reliability, and costing for equipment including pumps and motors.
• Prototyping: plan and coordinate production of prototype parts and systems for validation.
• Documentation: document CAD files, design changes, and test reports with production and drafting teams.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: support Production and Service to resolve issues on existing equipment.
• Work with engineers and departments to bring new solutions to market.
• Project Leadership: own small to large projects with complex assemblies and features.

Job description

We’re ALTEN Technology USA, an engineering company helping clients bring groundbreaking ideas to life—from advancing space exploration and life‑saving medical devices to building autonomous electric vehicles. With 3,000+ experts across North America, we partner with leading companies in aerospace, medical devices, robotics, automotive, commercial vehicles, EVs, rail, and more.

As part of the global ALTEN Group—57,000+ engineers in 30 countries—we deliver across the entire product development cycle, from consulting to full project outsourcing.

When you join ALTEN Technology USA, you’ll collaborate on some of the world’s toughest engineering challenges, supported by mentorship, career growth opportunities, and comprehensive benefits. We take pride in fostering a culture where employees feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow.

As a Mechanical Engineer you will be responsible for;

• Mechanical Design: Design parts, assemblies, and sheet metal components to bring products from concept to prototype, testing, and launch using product specifications and standard DFM/DFA methodologies. – experience req
• Engineering Analysis: Evaluate or generate technical specifications, reliability, and costing of various equipment including pumps, motors, levers, lights, hardware, and assorted integrated electrical components.
• Prototyping: Plan and coordinate production of prototype parts and systems for validation.
• Documentation: Fully document and track engineering changes, CAD files, and test reports in cooperation with production and drafting personnel.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Provide engineering support to Production and Service to resolve issues on existing equipment.
• Work closely with other engineers and departments to bring new solutions to market.
• Project Leadership: Take ownership of small to large projects with complex assemblies and features.-nice to have past experience

Qualifications;

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.

• Experience: 3+ years of progressive mechanical engineering experience in an industrial, manufacturing, or heavy equipment environment. • Proven experience leading design projects from concept through production.

• Functional / Technical Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Advanced proficiency in solid modeling techniques and programs (Solid Edge preferred).

• Understanding of pumps, motors, and fabricated component processes. – how to spec components/ pumps, motors for the pump. Mounting brackets for the pumps

• Proven experience in mechanical design of complex parts, assemblies, and products.

• Experience designing and prototyping electromechanical systems.

• Extensive knowledge of common analytical methods including FEA and FMEA.

• Strong mathematical skills and ability to work with technical instructions, diagrams, and equations.

• Dedication to thorough tracking of design files, solid models, BOMs, and change histories.

• Ability to write professional, technical, and end‑user documentation.

• Occasional travel (0‑10%) to area customers, suppliers, or equipment sites if needed.

• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office and engineering analysis tools. (local to CO)

• Demonstrated ability to work with diverse teams and manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.

Salary Range: $93k-$123k

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, or pregnancy.

Compliance Notice: Alten USA is a federal contractor subject to the requirements of the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and Executive Order 11246. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Drug Screening Requirement: As a federal contractor, Alten USA maintains a drug‑free workplace. All candidates selected for employment will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening as a condition of hire.