Mechanical Engineer

Saratech; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company matching

Paid sick time

Job summary

Saratech Inc. is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to support an aircraft derivative program in Waco, TX. The role focuses on designing, validating, and documenting mechanical systems and structures using NX CAD and 3D modeling, with emphasis on manufacturability and quality.

You will prepare engineering drawings, collaborate with manufacturing and stress teams, and contribute to design reviews and documentation throughout the product lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related engineering discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant mechanical design experience.
• Aircraft experience is required.
• Experience with airframe primary and secondary structures is a plus.
• Working knowledge of engineering drawings, manufacturing processes, and configuration control.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work within a multidisciplinary engineering environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical engineering and design activities for aircraft mechanical systems and structures.
• Develop 3D models, assemblies, and detailed drawings using NX CAD.
• Create, review, and release engineering documentation in accordance with program requirements.
• Support design analysis, testing, and validation activities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including manufacturing, quality, stress analysis, and systems engineering.
• Evaluate and resolve engineering design issues throughout the product lifecycle.
• Ensure designs meet applicable performance, manufacturability, and quality requirements.
• Must be very proficient in the latest version of NX CAD.
• Must understand design principles and GD&T for part manufacturing.

Skills

NX CAD

3D modeling

GD&T

Engineering drawings

Manufacturing processes

Configuration management

Problem solving

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelors in Mechanical/Aerospace

Tools

NX CAD

Job description

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer

Location: Waco, TX

Project Duration: 12 months

Compensation: $65-$75/hr DOE

About the Opportunity

Saratech is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to support our client in the design, development, analysis, and validation of complex mechanical systems and structures. The ideal candidate will leverage 3D parametric CAD, rapid prototyping, and other engineering tools to develop innovative solutions while producing technical drawings, procedures, and supporting documentation that define designs for manufacturing and integration.

Job Overview

The Mechanical Design Engineer will provide engineering support for aircraft mechanical systems on a large-scale commercial aircraft derivative program. This role involves developing and validating mechanical designs, creating engineering documentation, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure designs meet performance, quality, and manufacturability requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical engineering and design activities for aircraft mechanical systems and structures.
• Develop 3D models, assemblies, and detailed drawings using NX CAD.
• Create, review, and release engineering documentation in accordance with program requirements.
• Support design analysis, testing, and validation activities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including manufacturing, quality, stress analysis, and systems engineering.
• Evaluate and resolve engineering design issues throughout the product lifecycle.
• Ensure designs meet applicable performance, manufacturability, and quality requirements.
• Must be very proficient in the latest version of NX CAD.
• Must understand design principles and GD&T for part manufacturing.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related engineering discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant mechanical design experience.
• Aircraft experience is required.
• Experience with airframe primary and secondary structures is a plus.
• Working knowledge of engineering drawings, manufacturing processes, and configuration control.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work within a multidisciplinary engineering environment.

Other Requirements

• Complies with all organizational policies and procedures
• Maintains strict confidentiality of all customer and/or employee information to assure customer and/or employee rights are protected
• Adheres to policies regarding notification of absence and PTO requests
• Attends all mandatory management and staff meetings
• Represents the organization in a respectful and professional manner
• Attend and comply with annual health, safety, training and education requirements
• Adheres to dress code, appearance is neat and clean
• Subject to background check
• US Person

Benefits

Retirement Plan: All employees can enroll in the company's 401k with company matching.

Paid Sick time: All full-time and part-time employees will receive 40 sick hours per year or minimum sick time required by the state.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY NOTICE: Paydarfar Industries, Inc. dba Saratech is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.