Mechanical Engineer

Cubic Corporation; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 101,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

Cubic Corporation in San Diego is seeking a seasoned Mechanical Engineer to design and develop mechanical components and systems. You will generate 3D CAD models and drawings, perform analyses, and support prototype development, testing, and manufacturing transfers.

The role requires 5–8 years of experience, proficiency with major CAD tools, GD&T, and knowledge of manufacturing processes. You will work with a multidisciplinary team, lead design reviews, and contribute to continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering is a plus.
• Proficiency with 3D CAD tools and GD&T per ASME Y14.5.
• Experience in manufacturing processes and product development.
• Experience with engineering analyses and test data interpretation.
• Familiarity with DFMEA and engineering change processes.
• Strong problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities independently.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical components, assemblies, and systems meeting performance, reliability, cost, manufacturability, and schedule requirements.
• Create and maintain detailed 3D CAD models, engineering drawings, and documentation.
• Conduct analyses including tolerance stack-ups, thermal, structural, vibration, and reliability assessments.
• Support prototype development, testing, troubleshooting, and validation.
• Develop test plans, execute tests, analyze results, and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with electrical, software, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain teams through product lifecycle.
• Participate in design reviews and provide recommendations for improvements.
• Support transition to manufacturing including release of engineering docs.
• Interface with suppliers and contract manufacturers to resolve issues and improve producibility.
• Investigate field issues, perform root cause analysis, implement corrective actions.
• Ensure designs meet industry standards, regulatory requirements, and company processes.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, cost, and efficiency.

Skills

Problem solving

Multitasking

Manufacturing processes

Engineering analyses

DFMEA & ECP

Engineering drawings & GD&T

3D CAD skills

Communication

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Creo

Siemens NX

Autodesk Inventor

ANSYS/Abaqus/SolidWorks Simulation

Job description

Company Details

When you join Cubic, you become part of a company that creates and delivers technology solutions in transportation to make people’s lives easier by simplifying their daily journeys, and defense capabilities to help promote mission success and safety for those who serve their nation. Led by our talented teams around the world, Cubic is committed to solving global issues through innovation and service to our customers and partners.

When you join Cubic, you become part of a company that creates and delivers technology solutions in transportation to make people’s lives easier by simplifying their daily journeys, and defense capabilities to help promote mission success and safety for those who serve their nation. Led by our talented teams around the world, Cubic is committed to solving global issues through innovation and service to our customers and partners.

We have a top-tier portfolio of businesses, including Cubic Transportation Systems (CTS) and Cubic Defense (CD). Explore more on Cubic.com.

Business Unit

Cubic Defense

Job Details

• Design and develop mechanical components, assemblies, and systems that meet performance, reliability, cost, manufacturability, and schedule requirements.
• Generate and maintain detailed 3D CAD models, engineering drawings, and product documentation.
• Perform engineering analyses including tolerance stack-ups, thermal analysis, structural analysis, vibration assessment, and reliability evaluations.
• Support prototype development, integration, testing, troubleshooting, and validation activities.
• Develop test plans, execute testing, analyze results, and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Collaborate with electrical, software, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain teams throughout the product lifecycle.
• Participate in design reviews and provide technical recommendations for product improvements.
• Support transition of products from development into manufacturing, including creation and release of engineering documentation.
• Interface with suppliers and contract manufacturers to resolve technical issues and support producibility improvements.
• Investigate field issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure designs comply with applicable industry standards, regulatory requirements, and company processes.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on product quality, cost reduction, and operational efficiency.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline.
• 5-8 years of mechanical engineering experience in product development, systems engineering, or related technical roles.
• Proficiency with 3D CAD tools such as SolidWorks, Creo, Siemens NX, or Autodesk Inventor.
• Experience creating engineering drawings and applying GD&T in accordance with ASME Y14.5 standards.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes including machining, sheet metal fabrication, injection molding, casting, and assembly methods.
• Experience performing engineering analyses and interpreting test data.
• Knowledge of DFMEA, root cause analysis, and engineering change processes.
• Strong problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently with limited supervision.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience with FEA tools such as ANSYS, Abaqus, or SolidWorks Simulation.
• Experience with environmentally ruggedized products, defense systems, aerospace systems, or industrial equipment.
• Familiarity with reliability engineering and qualification testing.
• Project leadership experience or responsibility for subsystem ownership.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license desirable but not required.

Core Competencies

• Mechanical Design
• Product Development
• Engineering Analysis
• Technical Leadership
• Problem Solving
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Risk Management
• Continuous Improvement
• Communication and Documentation

Must be able to obtain a security Clearance.

Cubic Pay Range

$100,800.00 - $108,100.00 + benefits.

The Cubic pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

Worker Type

Employee

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate based on any protected characteristic under applicable law.