Mechanical Engineer I

JST Manufacturing; Meridian (ID); On-site; USD 55,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

JST Manufacturing is seeking a Mechanical Engineer I to support the design and development of custom wet processing equipment in Meridian, Idaho. This entry-level role is ideal for a recent graduate or early-career engineer building a foundation in mechanical design and manufacturing while collaborating with an experienced team.

You will design mechanical and automation systems, prepare BOMs and manufacturing instructions, and help ensure on-time delivery and alignment with customer

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 0–1 years of engineering experience (internships welcome).
• Proficiency with SolidWorks and 3D CAD design.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and design-for-manufacturing principles.
• Ability to read electrical schematics, plumbing diagrams, and technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Design mechanical and automation systems, including plumbing and tank systems.
• Support development of system specifications and update drawings as requirements evolve.
• Prepare final engineering drawings and approval layouts.
• Respond to manufacturing questions and verify products meet engineering specs.

Skills

SolidWorks

3D CAD design

Problem-solving

Communication

Organization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

3D CAD

Job description

Mechanical Engineer I

Location: Meridian, ID (Onsite)

Join JST

JST is an industry leader, dedicated to providing state-of-the-art wet processing, drying, and chemical management tools for applications in semiconductors, electronics, flat panel displays, optoelectronics, medical devices, and other industries where cleanliness is critical.

We're seeking a Mechanical Engineer I to join our Engineering team and support the design and development of custom wet processing equipment. This entry-level role is ideal for a recent graduate or early-career engineer looking to build a strong foundation in mechanical design and manufacturing while working alongside an experienced engineering team.

What You'll Do

• Design mechanical and automation systems, including plumbing and tank systems, while ensuring compliance with engineering standards and customer requirements.
• Support the development of system and engineering specifications by evaluating design feasibility and updating specifications as project requirements evolve.
• Prepare final engineering drawings and develop approval drawing layouts as assigned.
• Respond to manufacturing questions and requests for information. Verify products are manufactured according to engineering specifications and resolve discrepancies by updating drawings, routings, and bills of materials (BOMs) as needed.
• Prepare bills of materials (BOMs), routers and manufacturing instructions.
• Ensure engineering deliverables are completed on schedule to support manufacturing timelines and customer ship dates.
• Collaborate with engineering team members to coordinate designs, communicate design constraints, and develop effective technical solutions.
• Assist with project estimating and quoting by developing design concepts, selecting components, and providing manufacturing cost inputs.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field
• 0–1 years of engineering experience (internship experience welcomed)
• Proficiency with SolidWorks and 3D CAD design
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and design-for-manufacturing principles
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, plumbing diagrams, and technical drawings
• Strong problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills

Why JST?

• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible Scheduling
• Referral Program

Important Notes:

JST is an AA/EEO employer.

Visa Sponsorship: Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Background Check Policy: JST's employees are subject to background checks based on business necessity. It is the employee's responsibility to disclose prior arrests and convictions. If it is found out that an employee might not be compliant with applicable policies, JST reserves the right to conduct a background check and refusal to comply with the background check is subject to termination.

Pre-Employment Drug Testing Policy: All offers of employment are contingent upon submitting to a drug test and satisfying JST's substance and alcohol testing requirements. If the applicant fails to comply with this policy, the testing requirements of the Company's related requests, or if the test result is positive and is subsequently confirmed, the offer of employment shall be withdrawn.