Mechanical Engineer - Early Career to Experienced

Kingsbury, Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Generous time off

Vision and dental insurance

Health club reimbursement

Tuition reimbursement

Family-owned and operated

Job summary

Kingsbury, Inc. in Philadelphia, PA is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join our engineering team. This role supports bearing selection, design, and product development for global customers across power, oil & gas, marine, and industrial markets.

Ideal candidates have a mechanical engineering degree, CAD proficiency (Inventor/AutoCAD/SolidWorks), and strong problem-solving and communication skills. Responsibilities span design, calculations, drafting coordination, and supplier collaboration

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• Experience with CAD software such as Inventor, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar platforms.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and engineering documentation.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Review customer specifications, drawings, and technical requirements to support bearing selection and application.
• Provide calculations, technical information, and engineering input during the quotation and design process.
• Coordinate with drafting to ensure designs incorporate customer requirements and follow Kingsbury design standards.
• Design new products or modify existing products using CAD, marked-up drawings, field service reports, test data, and customer feedback.
• Work closely with Manufacturing, Quality, Sales, R&D, and Purchasing to support successful production and product performance.
• Analyze bearing performance data related to operating parameters, stress analysis, fit, tolerance, form, and function.
• Assist with or make decisions related to non-conforming parts and/or materials, depending on experience level.
• Participate in product development, product improvement, testing, special calculations, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide technical support to Sales and, when needed, customers or end users.
• Maintain technical proficiency by staying current with industry developments and standards.
• May include customer or end-user site visits depending on role level and business need.

Skills

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Inventor

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

About us: Kingsbury, Inc. has been engineering solutions for the world's most demanding rotating equipment since 1912. As a global leader in the design and manufacture of fluid film thrust and journal bearings, our products support critical industries including power generation, oil & gas, marine, and industrial manufacturing.

We're looking for a Mechanical Engineer to join our engineering team in Philadelphia, PA. Whether you're an early-career engineer looking to grow your technical expertise or an experienced engineer seeking challenging design work, we offer opportunities to develop your career while contributing to highly engineered products used around the world.

Why work at Kingsbury?

Flexible Scheduling: We value work-life balance and offer adaptable work hours to support your personal and professional needs.

Generous Time Off: Enjoy Vacation, PTO, Sick Time, and Holiday Pay, which includes days between Christmas and New Years Day.

Comprehensive Benefits: We cover your vision and dental insurance.

Health Club Reimbursement: Stay fit and healthy with our health club reimbursement program.

Tuition Reimbursement: Invest in your education with our tuition reimbursement.

Family-Owned: Proudly family-owned and operated for over a century.

And Many More Reasons: Discover even more perks when you join us!

What You'll Do:

• Review customer specifications, drawings, and technical requirements to support bearing selection and application.
• Provide calculations, technical information, and engineering input during the quotation and design process.
• Coordinate with drafting to ensure designs incorporate customer requirements and follow Kingsbury design standards.
• Design new products or modify existing products using CAD, marked-up drawings, field service reports, test data, and customer feedback.
• Work closely with Manufacturing, Quality, Sales, R&D, and Purchasing to support successful production and product performance.
• Analyze bearing performance data related to operating parameters, stress analysis, fit, tolerance, form, and function.
• Assist with or make decisions related to non-conforming parts and/or materials, depending on experience level.
• Participate in product development, product improvement, testing, special calculations, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide technical support to Sales and, when needed, customers or end users.
• Maintain technical proficiency by staying current with industry developments and standards.
• May include customer or end-user site visits depending on role level and business need.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline.
• Experience with CAD software such as Inventor, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar platforms.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and engineering documentation.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.

Experience: The level of this position will be determined based on experience, skills, and capabilities demonstrated.

• Mechanical Engineer I: 0+ years experience.

• Mechanical Engineer II: 2+ years relevant experience.

• Senior Mechanical Engineer: 5+ years relevant experience.

Kingsbury, Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. All employment decisions are based on merit without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.