Mechanical Engineer I

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc. (SGA, Inc.); Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc. (SGA) is seeking a Mechanical Engineer for a contracting opportunity in Clearwater, FL.

You will design functional, reliable, and cost‑effective heavy‑duty vehicle components and perform engineering analysis or redesign to support new and existing vehicles. The role requires an accredited bachelor’s degree in engineering and related internship or work experience, plus experience with CAD systems and a focus on safety, performance, and reliability.

Qualifications

• Accredited Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field.
• Experience with a high level CAD system is preferred.
• Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles for heavy‑duty vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Under supervision, perform basic engineering calculations and design tasks per company standards.
• Support senior engineers in plans, designs, calculations, and reporting.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external suppliers as needed.
• Maintain communication with stakeholders on technical issues.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Automotive knowledge

CAD software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Job Overview

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc. (SGA) is searching for a Mechanical Engineer for a contracting opportunity with one of our premier clients in Clearwater, FL. The Engineer will design functional, reliable, and cost‑effective heavy‑duty vehicle components, perform engineering analysis and design or re‑design, and develop components for existing and new vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Under close supervision, perform basic engineering calculations, investigations, and tasks assigned according to Oshkosh as well as general industry engineering standards and processes.
• Support senior engineers in the preparation of basic plans, designs, computation methods, and/or reporting.
• Under close supervision, work on projects of limited complexity in a support role.
• Collaborate as needed with other engineering or business support disciplines internally and suppliers externally.
• Maintain effective communication with suppliers, internal and external customers, and outside resources concerning technical issues.
• Enforce the proper use of engineering criteria and drawing standards. Ensure that technical issues are conducted within the framework of company policies and procedures.
• Evaluate designs for performance, safety, and reliability.
• Perform and direct preparation of layouts, drawings, specifications, and bills of material.
• Perform engineering analysis to support the selection of parts, components, and materials that meet requirements.
• Provide non‑complex technical assistance for production support.
• Analyze and resolve issues reported to Engineering via verbal or written communication.
• Prepare technical proposals, quotations, reports, and presentations.
• Utilize analytical and mathematical approaches to calculate or model system performance and optimize designs.
• Analyze and resolve issues reported to Engineering and communicate status via verbal or written communication.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Regular attendance is required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Accredited Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field along with internship experience or six (6) or more months of related work experience.

Standout Qualifications

• Accredited Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Mechanical knowledge of automotive or heavy‑vehicle equipment and related systems.
• Experience with a high level CAD system.

Equal Opportunity Employer

SGA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of Race, Color, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, Religion, National Origin, Disability, Veteran Status, Age, Marital Status, Pregnancy, Genetic Information, or Other Legally Protected Status. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, and our services, programs, and activities. Please visit our company EEO page to request an accommodation or assistance regarding our policy.