Principal Mechanical Engineer

Rebuildmanufacturing; Kalamazoo (MI); Hybrid; USD 116,000 - 174,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Job summary

Rebuildmanufacturing is looking for a Mechanical Engineer to support project teams in design and mentorship of junior engineers. The role requires a BS in Mechanical Engineering and 8 years of experience, with skills in CAD and mechanical systems.

The position is based in Kalamazoo, MI with a competitive salary range of $116,000 – $174,000 annually. The company also provides a comprehensive benefits package including health and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years' experience in a design engineering role.
• Experience in indirectly coaching and guiding junior engineers.
• Familiarity with motion systems, pneumatics, and hydraulics.

Responsibilities

• Support project teams in the design of mechanical systems.
• Coach and mentor junior team members.
• Communicate effectively within a team environment.
• Solve problems during the machine build process.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication

Organizational skills

Time management skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

BS degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD packages (SolidWorks preferred)

Mathcad

Ansys

Job description

Who are we looking for?

Do you thrive by being involved in all phases of development, from concept generation to machine testing?

Are you a servant leader who enjoys autonomy and seeks to build highly capable teams and who provides opportunities for growth and enrichment throughout the engineering organization?

Do you enjoy articulating a vision for the projects that you and your team work on?

If your answer to these questions is "yes", then this role may be right for you.

What will you get to do?

• Support project teams in multiple capacities including design of mechanical systems, fabrication drawings, BOMs, schematics, assembly drawings, etc.
• Optimally communicate within a team environment
• Coaching and mentoring junior team members
• Work to deadlines with minimal supervision
• Provide mentorship to junior engineers
• Participate in client meetings and internal engineering design reviews
• Generate content for project proposals, including developing concepts and estimating effort and equipment cost
• In the process of machine build, support technicians solve problems and offer solutions

What will you bring to the team?

• BS degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited college or university, plus equivalent experience
• Minimum 8 years' experience in a design engineering role with experience in indirectly coaching and guiding junior team members.
• Strong written and verbal communications, organizational and time management skills
• Strong interpersonal skills to work and support a team environment
• Familiarity with motion systems, pneumatics, hydraulics, robots, etc.
• Experience user of CAD packages, SolidWorks preferred
• Use of engineering tools such as Mathcad, Ansys, or equivalent FEA packages is a plus
• Experience designing mechanisms for automation, complex electro‑mechanical systems, and/or mechanical solutions that require a high level of precision is a plus

This role can sit in Merrimack, NH or Kalamazoo, MI.

The base salary range for this position is $116,000 – $174,000 per year. This range represents the Company’s good faith estimate of the base compensation for this role at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors, including but not limited to relevant experience, skills, qualifications, internal equity, and geographic location. In addition to base salary, this role may be eligible for annual incentive compensation and/or long‑term incentives, subject to Company plans. The Company offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid time off, and other benefits.

Export Control Requirement: Due to applicable export control laws and regulations, candidates must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

We want to work with people that reflect the communities in which we operate

Re:Build Manufacturing is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affimative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, organizational level, work styles, tenure, and life experiences. Or for any other reason.

Re:Build is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [e-mail] or you may call us at 617.909.6275.