Mechanical Engineer

Sensata Technologies; South Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 105,000 - 157,000; Full time

Job summary

Sensata Technologies is seeking a Mechanical Engineer for the Dynapower Defense team to develop power conversion military products that meet rigorous customer requirements. You will combine experimental, numerical, and analytical work to deliver validated, compliant designs and support from concept through production.

Preferred candidates will have experience with MIL-917E, PDR/CDR milestones, and high‑power energy products.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Experience with military product development is a plus.
• Ability to collaborate across cross functional teams and convey technical concepts clearly.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with teammates to develop power conversion military products.
• Apply MIL-917E design processes including PDR and CDR.
• Maintain product documentation (drawings and specs).
• Interact with customers to capture specifications, schedules and budgets.
• Lead mechanical design activities on NPD teams and support prototype builds.

Skills

Team player

Strong communication

Analytical thinking

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Solidworks

EPDM

FEA

CFD

Thermal analysis

MS Office

Job description

The Mechanical Engineer on the Dynapower Defense team will work collaboratively with their teammates to develop power conversion military products that exceed our customers’ expectations. They will apply their military product development expertise to deliver mechanically sound, verified, and compliant designs. Successful candidates will have a blend of experimental, numerical (simulation) and analytical skills. Knowledge of the military design process (MIL-917E) and working through the CDR and PDR processes is preferred. Candidates that have experience developing high power energy products will be prioritized.

General Responsibilities

• Leverages engineering fundamentals and organization to make sound decisions on complex technical issues
• Detailed understanding of market and implications for business
• Proactively challenge and drives the organization to deliver improved quality and performance related to engineering design
• Product Strategy participant and driver
• Maintain product documentation (drawings and specifications)
• Direct interaction with customers to solicit product specifications requirements, schedule expectations and budget
• Corrosion research and welding characterization & has a strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles, materials, mechanics, fluid, thermo and heat transfer
• Advanced knowledge of basic electrical circuits, microelectronic assembly, statistical methods, process control fundamentals and product test processes
• Familiarity with manufacturing methods – welding, brazing, soldering, adhesive bonding, machining, stamping, molding, and forming. Basic knowledge of core manufacturing processes
• Lead mechanical design activities while participating on cross-functional New Product Development (NPD) teams
• Assist with design prototype builds and production validation activities in collaboration with manufacturing, quality, and supply
• Familiarity with design, fabrication, modification, and evaluation in support of manufacturing operations such as machining, metal forming, plastics processing, welding and brazing, assembly, and material handling

Experience / Qualifications

• A university degree required (i.e. Bachelors degree) or equivalent relevant work experience
• Must be a team player able to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to handle multiple competing tasks and demands
• Strong communication skills; oral, written and presentation
• Strong organization, planning and time management skills to achieve results
• Strong personal and professional ethical values and integrity
• Holds self-accountable to achieving goals and standards
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)
• Strong interpersonal & collaboration skills to work effectively with all levels of the organization including suppliers and/or external customers

Additional Qualifications

• Experience developing products for the U.S. Department of Defense; experience with NAVSEA shipboard products preferred.
• Experience participating in and/or guiding projects through Preliminary Design Review (PDR) and Critical Design Review (CDR) milestones as defined in MIL-917E.
• Proficiency with modeling and simulation tools including Solidworks, EPDM, FEA, CFD, thermal analysis, and mechanical shock/vibration analysis preferred.
• Strong understanding of mechanical drafting standards, GD&T (ASME Y14.5), tolerance analysis, and the development of production-ready mechanical drawings from solid models preferred.
• Understanding of creepage and clearance requirements for medium-voltage products is highly desirable.
• Ability to provide technical guidance to engineers, technicians, suppliers, and external partners while effectively communicating engineering concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders preferred.
• Experience with high-power energy conversion systems, power electronics packaging, or military power systems is preferred.
• Ability to travel 10%

This position requires eligibility to obtain authorization under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Non-US Persons, as defined in the ITAR and EAR, may not be eligible to obtain authorization.

Base Salary Range:

$104,560.00- $156,840.00 USD Annual

At Sensata, our employees are the key to our success and growth. We recognize that each individual brings their own unique experience, therefore the base salary range information shown above is a general guideline only. Sensata considers several factors when extending an offer, including, but not limited to, a candidate’s experience and qualifications, as well as internal equity, market and business considerations. In addition to base salary, Sensata offers competitive medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance plans, along with education reimbursement, wellness programs, a 401(k) retirement plan with Company matching, and a variety of paid time off, such as vacation or flex-time, sick, bereavement, and parental leave. Certain positions are also eligible for short-term incentive and long-term incentive programs.

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