Mechanical Engineer Hardware

Frontdoor Defense; Lincoln (NE); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Teledyne Technologies Incorporated seeks a Mechanical Engineer to lead the development of a new electro‑mechanical instrument from concept through prototype validation. Lincoln, Nebraska, offers a role focused on design, analysis, prototyping, and validation in demanding environments.

The successful candidate will collaborate with cross‑functional teams to translate requirements into specifications, conduct analyses, and guide prototyping and testing to ensure reliability and manufacturability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years of mechanical design experience in scientific instrumentation or related systems.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD (SolidWorks) and mechanical drafting; PLM systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design electro-mechanical components, assemblies, and systems for new products.
• Troubleshoot issues and implement design improvements for existing products.
• Collaborate with electrical, software, manufacturing, and quality teams to derive specifications.
• Create and maintain engineering drawings, BOMs, and documentation per standards.

Skills

SolidWorks

Prototyping

GD&T

Problem solving

Education

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

PLM systems

FEA software

Job description

Mechanical Engineer

Lead development of a new electro-mechanical instrument from concept through prototype validation

Location: Lincoln, Nebraska

About The Role

Mechanical Engineer

Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.

We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins.

Position Summary

Mechanical Engineer on the research & development team focused on new product development for advanced scientific instrumentation. This role is responsible for the design, analysis, prototyping, and validation of systems intended for both laboratory and demanding field environments. The ideal candidate is innovative, hands-on, and passionate about building reliable, high-performance products that support scientific discovery and industrial applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop electro-mechanical components, assemblies, and integrated systems for new products.
• Support existing products, including troubleshooting issues, implementing design improvements, evaluating component obsolescence risks, and assisting with sustaining engineering activities to ensure ongoing product reliability and manufacturability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (electrical, software, manufacturing, quality) to translate product requirements into engineering specifications.
• Create and maintain engineering drawings, models, BOMs, and documentation compliant with company standards and relevant industry practices.
• Conduct structural, thermal, and vibration analyses using analytical methods and finite element analysis (FEA).
• Lead prototype fabrication, including hands‑on building, 3D printing, and coordination with internal and external fabrication resources.
• Plan and execute verification and validation testing.
• Identify and address design risks, reliability concerns, and manufacturability challenges early in the product development cycle.
• Support DFM/DFT efforts, working closely with manufacturing engineering to ensure smooth transition from prototype to production.
• Participate in stage-gate reviews, presenting design data, risks, and recommendations at each development milestone.
• Provide technical guidance and contribute to continuous improvement of engineering processes, standards, and tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field. Sufficient combination of education and experience in lieu of a degree may be considered.
• 3+ years of experience in mechanical design, preferably in scientific instrumentation, sensors, industrial equipment, or related complex electromechanical systems.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD (SolidWorks) and mechanical drafting. Experience with product lifecycle tools (PLM systems) preferred.
• Hands-on prototyping and test experience, including familiarity with machine shop tools and rapid prototyping methods.
• Background in manufacturing techniques such as CNC machining, sheet metal, injection molding, and/or additive manufacturing a plus.
• Strong understanding of mechanics, materials, heat transfer, fluid dynamics, and general engineering principles.
• Experience with design for reliability (DFR), design for manufacturability (DFM), and working knowledge of FEA tools.
• Experience designing products for challenging operating environments (temperature, humidity, vibration, contamination, ruggedization) preferred.
• Ability to interpret and generate engineering documentation, including GD&T.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, including comfort participating in technical design reviews.

Teledyne and all of our employees are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards. We require all employees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, rules and regulatory orders. Our reputation for honesty, integrity and high ethics is as important to us as our reputation for making innovative sensing solutions.

Teledyne is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other characteristic or non-merit based factor made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.