Plant Mechanical Engineer

Collins Aerospace; Windsor Locks (CT); On-site; USD 68,900 - 131,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) plan with employer match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan repayment

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Teladoc medical services

Wellness incentives

Job summary

RTX in Windsor Locks, CT is seeking an engineer to support infrastructure upgrades and maintenance for mechanical systems including chilled water, steam, and compressed air. This onsite role collaborates with electrical and structural disciplines to install new equipment.

The ideal candidate holds a BS in Mechanical Engineering or related STEM field, with 2+ years of engineering experience, CAD experience (AutoCAD preferred), and proven ability to work independently or in a team.

Qualifications

• Degree in Science/Engineering with minimum 2 years of relevant experience or an advanced degree.
• Relevant engineering experience.

Responsibilities

• Support infrastructure upgrades and maintenance for mechanical systems.
• Document existing mechanical infrastructure (Chilled Water, Tower Water, Steam, Compressed Air).
• Coordinate with electrical, structural, and other disciplines for new equipment installations.
• Assist in bi-annual site shutdown project coordination.
• Support in-house personnel as needed.

Skills

Engineering experience

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

STEM degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Location

US-CT-WINDSOR LOCKS-B1 ~ 1 Hamilton Rd ~ BLDG 1

Date Posted

2026-07-08

Country

United States of America

Position Role Type

Onsite

U.S. Person Requirement

This job requires a U.S. Person. A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status in the U.S. are considered U.S. persons. For a complete definition of “U.S. Person” go here. https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62

Security Clearance

None/Not Required

Role Summary

This position will be working onsite in Windsor Locks, CT. The role supports infrastructure upgrades and maintenance for mechanical systems such as chilled water, tower water, steam, and compressed air.

What You Will Do

• Support infrastructure upgrades and maintenance.
• Document existing mechanical infrastructure (Chilled Water, Tower Water, Steam, Compressed Air, etc.).
• Support in-house personnel as needed.
• Work closely with other disciplines (electrical, structural, etc.) to coordinate new equipment installations.
• Support bi-annual site shutdown project coordination.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field.
• Relevant engineering experience.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience in CAD (AutoCAD preferred).
• Experience working with chilled water systems and/or steam systems.
• Experience with creating P&ID, mechanical system layouts, and piping diagrams.
• Experience working both independently and in a team-oriented environment.

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds.
• Paid time off.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Student Loan Repayment Program.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Optional coverages: pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection.
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits.
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions.
• Wellness incentives and rewards program.
• Virtual doctor visits and other remote medical services.
• Child and elder care services.
• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program.

Salary

The salary range for this role is 68,900 USD - 131,100 USD.

Benefits Eligibility and Compensation Programs

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent on the specific business unit and whether the position is covered by a collective‑bargaining agreement.

Employment Type

Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite, including production and maintenance functions essential to product development.

Equal Opportunity Statement

RTX 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, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.