Mechanical Engineer

Pentangle Tech Services | P5 Group; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Pentangle Tech Services | P5 Group in the United States seeks an experienced Mechanical Engineer to lead the design of custom automated equipment from concept to completion. The role emphasizes ownership of projects and technical leadership.

Ideal candidates have 8+ years in mechanical design, proficiency in SolidWorks CAD and PDM, and a strong GD&T background. Relocation to Reno, NV or the Bay Area, CA is expected.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience as a Mechanical Engineer.
• SolidWorks CAD and PDM software experience.
• Automation equipment design and custom machine-building experience.
• Experience with manufacturing processes (assembly, fastening, dispensing, laser welding, electrical testing).
• Strong understanding of drafting standards and GD&T (ASME Y14.5).
• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of custom automated equipment from concept to completion.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers.
• Oversee projects to ensure on-time and within-budget delivery.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve complex engineering problems.
• Contribute to a high-performance, collaborative team culture.

Skills

Mechanical design experience

Leadership

Team collaboration

Independent decision making

GD&T knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks CAD

PDM

Job description

Technical Expertise: The core requirement is technical experience in automated equipment design, with a preference for custom, one-off projects over repetitive tasks.

Leadership and Mentorship: The role is expected to provide mentorship to junior engineers and has the potential to grow into a leadership position with direct reports.

Project Ownership: The candidate should be able to take on general project leadership and ownership, overseeing the broad scope of a project.

Team Collaboration: While independent decision-making is key, the ability to work as part of a team is also important.

• 8 or more years of experience as a Mechanical Engineer
• Experience with SolidWorks CAD and PDM software
• Experience with automation equipment design and custom machine-building
• Experience with various manufacturing processes (i.e., assembly, fastening, dispensing, laser welding, electrical testing)
• Strong understanding of drafting standards and the application of GD&T (e.g., ASME Y14.5)
• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of custom automated equipment from concept to completion.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers, including checking their work and providing guidance.
• Oversee the broad scope of projects, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve complex engineering problems.
• Contribute to a high-performance, collaborative team culture.

Qualifications

• Experience in one or more of the following industries: packaging, heavy industrial, or aerospace.
• A strong portfolio of custom, one-off projects.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and make key decisions.
• Willingness to relocate to Reno, NV, or the Bay Area, CA.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a leadership or mentorship role.
• A desire to grow into a management position with direct reports.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.