Product Development Mechanical Engineer: Concept to Release

Ultralife Manufacturing USA; Village of Newark (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Ultralife Corporation in the United States seeks a mechanical engineer to turn napkin sketches into released drawings and structured BOMs, ensuring manufacturability and reliability across diverse markets.

The role requires SolidWorks proficiency, GD&T expertise, and experience in an industrial setting. You will collaborate with Development and Manufacturing teams to accelerate throughput and deliver robust products.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical Engineering required or preferred; 2–5 years of relevant experience.
• Accredited credentials like CSWP are beneficial.
• Experience in industrial/manufacturing environments; strong communication.

Responsibilities

• Create, modify, and control 2D/3D models and drawings in SolidWorks within a Product Data Management environment.
• Prepare and maintain Bills of Materials and release packages for production.
• Apply common drafting practices; adhere to ASME Y14 standards on every print.
• Use GD&T to define functional requirements and tolerance stack-ups.
• Incorporate knowledge of plastic molding processes where advantageous.

Skills

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Self-directed

Attention to detail

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Inventor

PDM/PLM systems

ASME Y14 standards

GD&T practices

Job description

Ultralife Corporation in the United States seeks a mechanical engineer to turn napkin sketches into released drawings and structured BOMs, ensuring manufacturability and reliability across diverse markets.

The role requires SolidWorks proficiency, GD&T expertise, and experience in an industrial setting. You will collaborate with Development and Manufacturing teams to accelerate throughput and deliver robust products.