Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Sterling Engineering; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability

401(k) Match

PTO

Paid Holidays

Job summary

A leading engineering and manufacturing partner is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to lead the design and development of high-performance mechanical systems. This role involves mentoring junior engineers, collaborating across teams, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. The ideal candidate has over 10 years in mechanical system design, proficiency in SolidWorks and AutoCAD Inventor, and a bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering. A competitive compensation range of $90K - $120K is offered.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of engineering experience in mechanical system design.
• Experience with UL standards preferred.
• Background in electrical power distribution design is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of mechanical systems and components.
• Collaborate with sales, project management, procurement, and production teams.
• Mentor junior engineers and support team growth.

Skills

SolidWorks

AutoCAD Inventor

Vault

Microsoft Office

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (ABET accredited)

Job description

Title: Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Pay: 90K - 120K

Benefits: Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision), Life Insurance, Disability, 401(k) Match, PTO, Paid Holidays, and more!

Base pay range

$90,000.00/yr - $120,000.00/yr

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Overview:

Join a leading engineering and manufacturing partner seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead and support the design, development, and delivery of high-performance mechanical systems. This role is essential in driving project success, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring product excellence from concept to completion.

Job Duties:

• Lead the design and development of mechanical systems and components
• Collaborate with sales, project management, procurement, and production teams
• Mentor junior engineers and support team growth
• Work with CAD software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD Inventor, Vault) to create 3D models and drawings
• Create designs that meet customer specs, industry standards, and regulatory compliance
• Focus on manufacturability and ease of assembly while maintaining performance and reliability
• Analyze customer feedback and apply design improvements
• Produce and test prototypes, interpret results, and refine designs
• Troubleshoot design and production challenges
• Support projects through all phases, from concept to final delivery
• Ensure project timelines and deliverables are met
• Some travel or after-hours availability may be required

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (ABET accredited)
• 10+ years of engineering experience in mechanical system design
• Experience with UL standards (UL 891, UL 1558, UL 67, UL 857, UL 1008, UL 62368/60950) preferred
• Background in electrical power distribution design is a plus
• Strong proficiency with SolidWorks, AutoCAD Inventor, Vault, and Microsoft Office
• Excellent problem-solving skills and mechanical design expertise
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients and internal teams

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Design and Engineering

Industries

• Manufacturing