Mechanical Engineer

Cogent Analytics; Bloomfield (CT); Presencial; USD 95.000 - 130.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health, Dental, Vision insurance

PTO and holidays

401k with employer match

Profit Sharing

Descripción de la vacante

Cogent Analytics seeks a Mechanical Engineer to design, develop, and improve mechanical systems, components, and products in support of engineering and production operations.

You will interpret specifications, develop drawings and BOMs, and collaborate across Fabrication, Assembly, Maintenance, Quality, and Production teams to meet safety, reliability, and customer requirements.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 7+ years of mechanical engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge in hydraulic and pneumatic engineered controlled systems.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD/Inventor (preferred).
• Strong knowledge of mechanical design principles, materials science, thermodynamics, and fluid mechanics.
• Ability to conduct engineering analysis.
• Strong problem-solving, organizational, and project management skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills for cross-functional teamwork.
• Familiarity with applicable safety, regulatory, and industry standards.

Responsabilidades

• Interpret technical specifications to develop conceptual drawings and bill of materials.
• Design and develop mechanical systems, components, and equipment in alignment with project specifications.
• Prepare engineering drawings, models, and technical documentation.
• Prepare test procedures and conduct performance testing on various types of assemblies.
• Perform analysis to validate designs.
• Evaluate product performance and implement improvements to ensure reliability and efficiency.
• Collaborate with Production, Quality, and Operations to support manufacturability and resolve technical issues.
• Research new materials, methods, and technologies to support continuous improvement and innovation.
• Provide technical support to internal teams, customers, and vendors as required.

Conocimientos

Mechanical design

Engineering analysis

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Communication

Regulatory compliance

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Herramientas

AutoCAD/Inventor

Descripción del empleo

The Mechanical Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and improving mechanical systems, components, and products to support engineering and production operations. This role involves applying engineering principles, conducting analysis, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure projects meet technical requirements, safety standards, and customer expectations. The Mechanical Engineer plays a key role in driving innovation, product quality, and efficiency improvements across the organization. The Mechanical Engineer reports directly to the Chief Technology Officer (CTO). This position may collaborate with Fabrication, Assembly, Maintenance, Quality, and Production teams.You must be a US Citizen or Green Card holder and live in the Hartford, CT area.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision insurance
• PTO and holidays
• 401k with employer match
• Profit Sharing

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Responsibilities

Primary Duties

• Ability to interpret technical specifications to develop conceptual drawings and bill of materials
• Design and develop mechanical systems, components, and equipment in alignment with project specifications
• Prepare engineering drawings, models, and technical documentation
• Prepare test procedures and conduct performance testing on various types of assemblies
• Perform analysis to validate designs
• Evaluate product performance and implement improvements to ensure reliability and efficiency
• Collaborate with Production, Quality, and Operations to support manufacturability and resolve technical issues
• Research new materials, methods, and technologies to support continuous improvement and innovation
• Provide technical support to internal teams, customers, and vendors as required

Ancillary Duties

• Assist in developing and maintaining engineering standards and best practices
• Support cost-reduction and efficiency initiatives through design improvements
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior engineers or interns

Qualifications

Skills Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• 7+ years of mechanical engineering experience in a manufacturing environment
• Strong knowledge in hydraulic and pneumatic engineered controlled systems
• Proficiency with AutoCAD/Inventor (preferred)
• Strong knowledge of mechanical design principles, materials science, thermodynamics, and fluid mechanics
• Ability to conduct engineering analysis
• Strong problem-solving, organizational, and project management skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills for cross-functional teamwork
• Familiarity with applicable safety, regulatory, and industry standards

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work at a desk/computer for extended periods
• Occasional lifting of up to 25lbs when handling prototypes, parts, or test equipment
• Ability to move through production, fabrication, and testing environments as needed which may include climbing ladders
• Reasonable accommodations may be available for individuals with disabilities

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Primarily office environment with regular visits to shop floor, yard, or testing areas
• Collaboration with cross-functional teams in both office and production settings
• Occasional travel to vendors, customers, or project sites