Mechanical Engineer

Global Edge Group; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Edge Group is seeking a Mechanical Engineer for an aerospace and defense client. The role involves design, development, analysis, testing of mechanical and electromechanical systems, 3D CAD modeling, 2D drawings, and GD&T, with cross-functional collaboration across manufacturing, procurement, suppliers, and test teams throughout the product lifecycle.

Candidate must hold a bachelor's in mechanical engineering or equivalent, have solid CAD and drafting experience, and be able to obtain US

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Experience creating solid models and drawings with 3D CAD software.
• US citizenship and ability to obtain security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Research, design, analyze, and develop mechanical components and systems.
• Create 3D CAD models and 2D drawings with GD&T.
• Prepare engineering documentation and technical specifications.
• Collaborate with IPTs and cross-functional teams across lifecycle.
• Support testing and validation of hardware in production.
• Interface with suppliers and manufacturing to resolve issues.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

3D CAD software

Job description

Our team is currently seeking a Mechanical Engineer for one of our clients within the Aerospace and Defense sector. The candidate will support the design, development, analysis, and testing of mechanical and electromechanical systems. The role will involve 3D CAD modeling, 2D drawings, GD&T, engineering documentation, and cross-functional collaboration with manufacturing, procurement, suppliers, and test teams throughout the product lifecycle. The position requires strong mechanical engineering fundamentals, communication skills, U.S. citizenship, and the ability to obtain a security clearance.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Work under the direction of senior engineers to research, design, analyze, and develop mechanical components, assemblies, and systems of varying complexity.
• Apply fundamental mechanical engineering principles to the design, development, analysis, and testing of mechanical and electromechanical systems.
• Develop and maintain detailed engineering documentation, technical specifications, design analyses, 3D solid models, and 2D engineering drawings.
• Create and modify mechanical designs using 3D CAD modeling tools while applying GD&T principles and established engineering standards.
• Participate as a member of Integrated Product Teams (IPTs), collaborating with engineering teams, suppliers, manufacturing personnel, procurement, test teams, and other stakeholders throughout the product lifecycle.
• Support the planning, design, development, integration, and testing of mechanical, thermal, hydraulic, and electromechanical systems.
• Research and evaluate engineering solutions to identify innovative, practical, and technically sound approaches to product and system development.
• Perform engineering analyses and contribute to the validation and verification of mechanical components, assemblies, and systems.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and test personnel to support the fabrication, assembly, testing, troubleshooting, and validation of hardware in a production environment.
• Support products from initial concepts and design through development, testing, production, and delivery.
• Review engineering designs and documentation to ensure technical accuracy, compliance with requirements, and adherence to applicable standards and specifications.
• Communicate technical information effectively through written documentation, presentations, meetings, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Interface with suppliers and external stakeholders to support engineering requirements, design reviews, hardware development, and production activities.
• Assist with resolving technical issues and implementing design improvements throughout the engineering lifecycle.
• Maintain awareness of project schedules, deliverables, and technical requirements to ensure timely completion of assigned engineering activities.
• Travel occasionally to support engineering, supplier, manufacturing, testing, or project requirements.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education with commensurate years of professional experience.
• Experience with solid model and drawing creation using 3D computer-aided design software, parts selection, and technical writing.
• Understanding and ability to apply basic Mechanical Engineering principles, theories, and concepts.
• Ability to work in a collaborative and team-based environment using good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to obtain security clearance; US citizenship is required.

DESIRED SKILLS:

• Knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing in accordance with ASME Y14.5.
• Prior experience creating and managing technical documents.
• Fundamental understanding of structures, mechanisms, and materials.
• Prior experience with the design and/or test of mechanical systems.
• Active security clearance.

The Global Edge Consultants, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Global Edge Consultants, LLC does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered