Mechanical Engineer II

PCB Piezotronics, Inc.; Latham (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% Company Paid Medical Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Employer funded HSA or HRA

401k Company Match

Annual Bonus

Dependent Scholarship Plan

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Accumetrics in Latham, New York is seeking a Mechanical Engineer II to design, validate, and implement rotor-mounted telemetry systems and related enclosures. This role balances engineering design with hands-on manufacturing integration and cross-functional collaboration with Sales and Technicians.

You will document designs, use SolidWorks and CAE tools, and contribute to continuous product improvement while ensuring reliability and manufacturability.

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering or related field or equivalent work experience.
• 5 years of relevant mechanical engineering experience with design and testing.
• SolidWorks 3D modeling experience.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop rotor-mounted telemetry systems and enclosures.
• Perform mechanical design and analysis using CAE software.
• Create documentation and parametric models in SolidWorks.
• Apply FEA to validate structural integrity and reliability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure manufacturability.
• Mentor interns and junior engineers; support field service as needed.

Skills

SolidWorks 3D modeling

CAE experience

Education

BS in Engineering or related field

Tools

SolidWorks

CAE software

Job description

About Accumetrics - a PCB Company

As a global leader in rotor telemetry technology, Accumetrics’ designs, assembles, and supports digital telemetry systems that utilize wireless techniques. Application solutions range from aerospace and defense to energy and power generation. From single channel products for strain gage torque or temperature measurements to rotor ground fault detection systems, our teams in Latham, New York and Cincinnati, Ohio are united in a common mission to create an experience of Total Customer Satisfaction. Learn more about our teams | www.accumetrix.com + www.linkedin.com/company/accumetrics-aph

More Reasons to Join The Team

Accumetrics offers a highly collaborative and team-based atmosphere. Total Customer Satisfaction, for internal and external customers alike, is at the heart of our business and guides our interactions every day. Social events and opportunities are hosted throughout the year aimed to develop internal relationships and promote a culture focused on collaboration and teamwork. Accumetrics also provides all full-time team members with 100% employer paid medical premiums for you and your family, a competitive PTO package and 10 company paid holidays.

As a Mechanical Engineer II your primary responsibility is to design, validate, and implement rotor-mounted telemetry systems and associated electronics enclosures. This mid-level role balances technical engineering design with hands‑on manufacturing integration, cross-functional collaboration with Sales and Technicians, and robust documentation practices to support continuous product innovation.

Additional Duties

Design & Engineering Analysis

• Design and develop rotary telemetry systems, including electronic enclosures and the analysis of centrifugal forces.
• Perform mechanical design and analysis using computer-assisted engineering (CAE) software.
• Develop design documentation and parametric models utilizing SolidWorks 3D software.
• Utilize Finite Element Analysis (FEA) software tools to evaluate and validate structural integrity.
• Leverage artificial intelligence (AI) tools to optimize mechanical designs, automate modeling, and accelerate structural simulations.
• Complete product designs independently upon receiving project definitions and design inputs from Senior Engineers.
• Research and analyze existing products to understand performance characteristics, manufacturing impacts, and cost drivers to propose innovative materials and design improvements.

Quality, Testing & Manufacturing Support

• Perform incoming inspection, troubleshooting, and validation of production parts and prototypes using calipers and gauges.
• Identify critical dimensions and tolerances on manufacturing drawings for vendor use and incoming quality control.
• Apply knowledge of a broad range of materials (including composites and steels) and their specific machining requirements.
• Integrate and assemble telemetry system first articles and author corresponding manufacturing work instructions.
• Document designs, test procedures, and engineering results in alignment with company and industry standards.
• Support the creation of customer-targeted product manuals.
• Utilize the company’s ERP system effectively to support design, procurement, and manufacturing workflows.

Collaboration, Risk Management & Leadership

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (electrical, manufacturing, and software/firmware engineers) to ensure reliable system performance.
• Partner with vendors to source high-quality components at competitive costs while seeking design-for-manufacturing (DFM) guidance.
• Apply functional knowledge of risk management methodologies to mitigate risks in new designs.
• Drive continuous improvement efforts focused on system design, manufacturability, and reliability.
• Mentor and oversee engineering co-ops, interns, and entry-level engineers or designers.
• Provide rapid response for internal and external technical support needs.
• Assist in field service activities, including remote support and traveling to customer sites, company sites, training, and trade shows as required

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: BS in Engineering program or related field or equivalent work experience.
• Experience: 5 years’ relevant experience as an entry level Mechanical Engineer, with demonstrated design, test, and self-direction. Experience in a technical field or advanced degrees relevant to the position will be considered. SolidWorks 3D modeling software
• Travel Requirement: As needed

Additional Benefits

• 100% Company Paid Medical Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Company funded HSA or HRA Accounts (based on enrollment in the company's medical insurance plan)
• Employer paid basic life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance
• 401k Company Match
• Annual Bonus
• Dependent Scholarship Plan
• Employee Discounts, Holiday Gift Certificates, Referral Bonus

Physical Demands (U.S. only)

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

International Traffic in Arms Regulations

This position requires access to “controlled technology” as defined in the Export Administration Regulations (15 C.F.R. 730 et. seq.) and “technical data” as defined in the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (22 C.F.R, Chapter 1, Subchapter M). Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to access such controlled technology prior to beginning work.

PCB Piezotronics is an equal opportunity employer