Mechanical Engineer

Teledyne Technologies Incorporated; Poway (CA); On-site; USD 91,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

Teledyne Technologies Incorporated is seeking a Mechanical Engineer for Teledyne RD Instruments to design, analyze, test, and support mechanical and electro‑mechanical products used in underwater acoustic instrumentation. You’ll work across concept through production, applying robust design for harsh oceanographic and naval environments.

Responsibilities include SolidWorks modeling, FEA, tolerance analysis, GD&T, and collaboration with production, purchasing and QA to transition designs to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and 5+ years of directly related experience
• Advanced proficiency with SolidWorks or similar 3D modeling programs
• Knowledge of GD&T (ASME Y14.5) and tolerance analysis
• Experience with machined metal components, castings, plastics and polymers
• Experience designing underwater instrumentation, oceanographic equipment or subsea hardware
• US Person status for ITAR-Controlled Technical Data access

Responsibilities

• Designs mechanical components, assemblies, housings, mounting structures, pressure vessels and underwater deployment hardware
• Performs tolerance stack‑up analyses, material selection, stress calculations and thermal analyses
• Develops SolidWorks models, engineering drawings and manufacturing documentation
• Conducts FEA to validate structural integrity under pressure, shock, vibration and environmental loading
• Designs for manufacturability, reliability, cost optimization and regulatory compliance
• Evaluates sealing methods and corrosion mitigation for subsea applications
• Leads prototype development, testing, verification and qualification activities
• Supports hydrostatic pressure testing and environmental qualification testing
• Collaborates with production, procurement, quality and suppliers to transition designs to production
• Drives corrective actions and design improvements from field feedback
• Supports sustaining engineering for existing ADCP and DVL product lines

Skills

SolidWorks

3D modeling

FEA

GD&T

Materials engineering

Corrosion prevention

Pressure vessel design

Mechanical sealing

DFM/DFA

Underwater instrumentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

FEA software

Job description

Be visionary

Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.

We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins.

Job Description

At Teledyne Marine, we’re shaping the future of ocean exploration and environmental monitoring. Our cutting-edge sensors, instruments and vehicles help solve global challenges—from infrastructure development to energy sourcing and marine safety. If you’re passionate about innovation and want to make a real-world impact, we invite you to join our team of scientists, engineers and operators.

The Mechanical Engineer for Teledyne RD Instruments is responsible for the design, analysis, development, testing and production support of mechanical and electro‑mechanical products used in underwater acoustic instrumentation. This role applies advanced mechanical engineering principles to develop robust, pressure‑tolerant, corrosion‑resistant products capable of operating in demanding oceanographic, naval and commercial marine environments. The engineer serves as a technical contributor throughout the product lifecycle, from concept development through production release and sustaining engineering support.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Designs mechanical components, assemblies, housings, mounting structures, pressure vessels, fixtures and underwater deployment hardware
• Performs tolerance stack‑up analyses, material selection, stress calculations, thermal analyses and structural evaluations
• Develops detailed SolidWorks models, engineering drawings, GD&T requirements and manufacturing documentation
• Conducts Finite Element Analysis (FEA) to validate structural integrity under pressure, shock, vibration and environmental loading conditions
• Designs products with a focus on manufacturability, reliability, cost optimization, and compliance with internal product requirements and customer specifications (if applicable)
• Evaluates sealing methods, corrosion mitigation strategies and material compatibility for subsea applications
• Leads prototype development, testing, verification and qualification activities
• Supports hydrostatic pressure testing, environmental qualification testing and root cause failure investigations
• Collaborates with cross‑functional teams, including production, procurement, quality, and external suppliers, to ensure successful transition of product designs into production
• Drives corrective actions and design improvements based on manufacturing, field and customer feedback
• Supports sustaining engineering efforts for existing ADCP and DVL product lines

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has no supervisory responsibilities but may include providing technical leadership to lower level Engineers.

Qualifications/Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education And/or Experience

Bachelor's degree (B.S.) from four-year college or university in a related field and 5+ years of directly related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Other Skills And Abilities

• Advanced proficiency with SolidWorks or similar 3D modeling programs, including assemblies, configurations, drawings, and simulation tools
• Preferred knowledge of:
  • GD&T (ASME Y14.5)
  • Tolerance analysis
  • Structural mechanics
  • Materials engineering
  • Corrosion prevention
  • Pressure vessel design principles
  • Mechanical sealing technologies
  • DFM/DFA methodologies
• Experience with:
  • Machined metal components
  • Castings
  • Plastics and polymers
  • Elastomers
  • Adhesives and coatings
  • Pressure‑rated enclosures
• Familiarity with hydrostatic pressure design and underwater systems preferred.
• Experience supporting machine shops, prototype builds and production environments.
• Experience designing underwater instrumentation, oceanographic equipment, acoustic systems, sonar products, pressure housings or subsea hardware preferred.
• Experience designing products exposed to:
  • Hydrostatic pressure
  • Corrosion
  • Shock and vibration
  • Thermal cycling
  • Saltwater environments
• Familiarity with Acoustic Doppler Current Profilers (ADCP), Doppler Velocity Logs (DVL), marine sensors, or related oceanographic instrumentation preferred.
• US Person status for access to ITAR‑Controlled Technical Data

Salary Range

$90,800.00-$121,100.000

The anticipated salary range listed for this role is only an estimate. Actual compensation for successful candidates is carefully determined based on several factors including, but not limited to, location, education/training, work experience, key skills, and type of position.

Teledyne conducts background checks on qualified applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment in accordance with applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. Background checks may include, but are not limited to, education verification, employment history and verification, criminal convictions, Motor Vehicle Report (MVR & driving history), reference check, credit checks/credit history and drug testing. All qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Teledyne and all of our employees are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards. We require all employees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, rules and regulatory orders. Our reputation for honesty, integrity and high ethics is as important to us as our reputation for making innovative sensing solutions.

Teledyne is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other characteristic or non‑merit based factor made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.