Mechanical Engineer

Cogent Analytics; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 105,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

PTO & Holidays

401k with employer match

Profit Sharing

Job summary

Cogent Analytics in Hartford, CT is seeking a seasoned Mechanical Engineer to design, develop, and optimize mechanical systems, ensuring safety and reliability across production and engineering teams. The role reports to the CTO and collaborates with fabrication, maintenance, quality, and operations.

You will interpret specs, prepare drawings, manage BOMs, perform analyses, and drive innovation with cross-functional partners.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Mechanical design

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Engineering analysis

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Inventor

Job description

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.

$105,000 - $120,000 a year

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 suppo"rt 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.

BENEFITS

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