Mechanical Engineer Equipment Design 5 years expManufacturing

Superior Sales & Service; Plattsmouth (NE); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

401(k) retirement plan

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

2 weeks paid time off

Benefits available after probationary period

Job summary

A leading engineering services company in Plattsmouth is looking for a Mechanical Engineer to lead the design of control systems for mobile equipment. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience, with expert-level skills in SolidWorks and proven expertise with hydraulic systems. This full-time position offers a range of benefits including health insurance and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of mechanical engineering experience in equipment design.
• Expert-level SolidWorks skills are a core requirement.
• Proven experience with hydraulic systems; familiarity with pneumatic and electrical controls.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical control systems for mobile equipment.
• Oversee product installations and train production staff.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex product issues.

Skills

Mechanical engineering experience

SolidWorks skills

Troubleshooting skills

Communication skills

Multitasking skills

Education

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Control systems software

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• 2 weeks paid time off
• All benefits available after a probationary period

What You’ll Do

• Lead the design of hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical control systems for mobile equipment.
• Oversee product installations and train production staff.
• Provide direct support to manufacturing and fabrication teams.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex product issues.
• Collaborate with internal teams and vendors to ensure quality and performance.
• Approve technical drawings and specifications.

What You Must Have

This is not an entry-level position. Candidates without the required experience will not be considered.

• Minimum 5 years of mechanical engineering experience in equipment design.
• Expert-level SolidWorks skills — this is a core requirement.
• Proven experience with hydraulic systems; familiarity with pneumatic and electrical controls.
• Experience with components such as engines, pumps, motors, and valves.
• Strong troubleshooting, communication, and multitasking skills.
• Familiarity with control systems like Parker IQan, Hydac, or Danfoss Plus One is a plus.

Preferred

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent hands-on experience.

Job Type: Full-time