Mechanical Engineer

Design Hire; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 105,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Design Hire is seeking a senior Mechanical Engineer to join a technically advanced team responsible for concept through production and field implementation. You will guide development, analysis, testing, and manufacturing across complex mechanical products and systems.

Requirements include 8–12 years in mechanical product development, a degree in Mechanical Engineering, and strong CAD/engineering-analysis skills (DFMEA, Six Sigma, Root Cause).

Qualifications

• 8-12 years in mechanical product development or related manufacturing environment.
• Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Proficient with major CAD platforms (SolidWorks, Solid Edge, Creo, AutoCAD).
• Experience with PDM, CAD/ERP, Product Structure Management and engineering configuration systems.
• Strong background in DFMEA, Hazard & Risk Assessment, Six Sigma, Root Cause Analysis, and design validation.
• Knowledge of Pneumatic, Vacuum, Lubrication systems, materials, coatings and manufacturing processes.
• Experience with ERP systems, BOM creation/release, ECOs, sourcing, purchasing and vendor evaluation.
• Proficiency with MS Excel, Office Suite, Minitab; budgeting and Design-to-Cost preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct Product Development, Product Design, and Design Engineering activities, including 3D Modeling, drawings, BOMs, design reviews, checks.
• Perform advanced Engineering Analysis including GD&T, FEA, structural analysis, power/torque calculations, gearing, dynamics, fatigue.
• Develop and oversee Test Plan Development, acceptance criteria, test rigs, functional and longevity testing, results analysis.
• Support mechanical manufacturing solutions involving Sheet Metal, Weldments, Cast Parts, Assemblies, Tooling, and DFM.
• Provide technical leadership for projects involving Configuration Control, ECOs, cost analysis, resource planning, vendor coordination.

Skills

CAD software

DFMEA

Six Sigma

Root Cause Analysis

DOE

Pneumatic Systems

ERP systems

MS Excel / Minitab

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Solid Edge

Creo

AutoCAD

Job description

Our client is a technically advanced organization where experienced engineers develop complex mechanical products and systems from concept through production and field implementation. The Mechanical Engineer will join a collaborative team responsible for solving challenging engineering problems while balancing performance, manufacturability, quality, and cost. This is an opportunity for a seasoned engineer to make meaningful technical contributions across product development, analysis, testing, and manufacturing.

Objective

Provide senior-level Mechanical Engineering expertise to guide the development of practical, reliable, and cost-effective mechanical solutions while supporting technical decisions throughout the product lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct Product Development, Product Design, and Design Engineering activities, including 3D Modeling, detailed drawings, BOMs, design reviews, drawing checks, and model checks.
• Perform advanced Engineering Analysis, including GD&T, FEA, structural analysis, power and torque calculations, gearing analysis, mechanism/dynamics analysis, fatigue/life calculations, and DOE.
• Develop and oversee Test Plan Development, acceptance criteria, test rig and fixture design, functional and longevity testing, test execution, and results analysis.
• Support mechanical manufacturing solutions involving Sheet Metal Design, Mill/Lathe Parts, Weldments, Cast Parts, Assemblies, Mechanisms, Tooling, and Design for Manufacturing (DFM).
• Provide technical leadership for engineering projects involving Configuration Control, Engineering Change Requests, cost analysis, resource planning, vendor coordination, and procurement support.

Qualifications

• 8-12 years in relevant engineering experience in mechanical product development or a related manufacturing environment.
• Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Advanced proficiency with SolidWorks, Solid Edge, Creo, AutoCAD, or comparable CAD platforms.
• Experience with PDM, CAD/ERP, Product Structure Management, and engineering configuration systems.
• Strong background in DFMEA, Hazard & Risk Assessment, Six Sigma, Root Cause Analysis, and design validation practices.
• Knowledge of Pneumatic Systems, Vacuum Systems, Lubrication Systems, materials, coatings, and manufacturing processes.
• Experience with ERP systems, BOM Creation/Release, Engineering Change Orders, Sourcing, Purchasing, and vendor evaluation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office Suite, Minitab, and technical data/statistical analysis; experience with project estimating, budgeting, and Design-to-Cost is preferred.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Design Hire is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affimative Action employer. It is our policy to consider before employment all individuals regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Employment Eligibility if hired, a Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification must be completed at the start of employment. Temporary work authorization or the need for sponsorship may disqualify you from employment.