Senior Mechanical Design Engineer – Ground Test Systems

Altentechnologyusa; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship programs

Career growth opportunities

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

ALTEN Technology USA is seeking a Ground Test Design Engineer in Lansing, MI. This role involves supporting design functions throughout the product lifecycle, from customer requirements to manufacturing. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in mechanical and composite design, and a strong familiarity with engineering principles.

The successful applicant will collaborate closely with teams to evaluate damage, validate repairs, and ensure compliance with industry standards, contributing to advanced projects in engine design.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of prior relevant experience.
• Experience with aerospace, defense, automotive industries.
• Strong project ownership and execution skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and evaluate project assemblies.
• Select materials and generate CAD models.
• Support manufacturing process development and validation.

Skills

Problem-solving

Project ownership

Mechanical design

Composite design

GD&T application

Education

STEM degree or equivalent

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

Creo/Windchill

NDT techniques

Job description

We’re ALTEN Technology USA, an engineering company helping clients bring groundbreaking ideas to life—from advancing space exploration and life‑saving medical devices to building autonomous electric vehicles. With 3,000+ experts across North America, we partner with leading companies in aerospace, medical devices, robotics, automotive, commercial vehicles, EVs, rail, and more.

As part of the global ALTEN Group—57,000+ engineers in 30 countries—we deliver across the entire product development cycle, from consulting to full project outsourcing.

When you join ALTEN Technology USA, you’ll collaborate on some of the world’s toughest engineering challenges, supported by mentorship, career growth opportunities, and comprehensive benefits. We take pride in fostering a culture where employees feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow.

Job Description

• ALTEN Technology is excited to announce an opening for a Ground Test Design Engineer.
• This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a specialized field within engine design and operations. Ground Test Division designs, manufactures and services test equipment to support development and aftermarket engine programs for all three major engine manufacturers.
• As a Ground Test Design Engineer, you will be responsible for supporting design functions across product lifecycle of an assembly: a. decomposing customer requirements; b. quoting; c. design development; d. customer approval; e. manufacturing; f. repair development and servicing.
• Design work encompasses the final assembly, all subcomponents and any support equipment necessary for the storage and handling of the assembly.
• Throughout the long lifecycle of these products, you may be tasked with evaluating any damage from normal operations and developing repairs to restore the assembly or components to original or acceptable requirements.

What You Will Do

• Execute the design, analysis, or evaluation ofproject assembliesusing sound engineering principles and adhering toindustrystandards, practices, procedures, and product / program requirements.
• Function as a design/structures engineer forhybridcomposite-metalliccomponentsused in engine testing stands.
• Providing design support throughout conceptual, preliminary, detailed design phases,to includevalidation,customer approval, manufacturing, and operational service.
• Responsible for material selection, determination of laminate architecture,generation of detail/assembly-level CAD models, and design of sub-element components.May also includedesigning toa given surface.
• Assistin manufacturing process developmentwith the engineering teamand ensure themanufacturability ofcomponentdesigns, documenting and presenting results to management and external customers.Assistshop floor personnel when needed.
• Reviewanddispositionnonconforming materialto technicalrequirements.
• Developandvalidaterepairprocessesin conjunction withmanufacturingteam.
• Supportvendor management through reviews of quotes and requests for modificationsoftechnical requirements.
• Contribute to Cost ofPoorQualityefforts, challenge existing processes, and drive improvements.
• Ensure compliance with established engineering methodologies
• Usesound engineeringjudgment, technical expertise, and data analysisto make decisions or solve moderately complex tasks or problems.
• Provide engineering / technical support in aproduction environment

Qualifications You Must Have

• AScience, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM)University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum10years prior relevant experience
• AnScience, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM)Advanced Degree in a related fieldand minimum8years experience
• Effective problem identification and solution skills
• Strong project ownership, execution, and proactive mentalities
• Experience developing technical ideas with internal/external customers anda track recordof converting ideas to programs
• Experience with mechanicaland compositedesign (machining, joints, fasteners, welding) in relevant industry positions (aerospace, defense, automotive or similar)
• Experience with GD&T to includedeterminingtolerancerequirements.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Advanced Degree in Engineering
• Computer Aided DesignSoftware experience: Creo / Windchill (Preferred) orNX/FiberSIM/TeamCenter
• Computer Aided Engineeringsoftware experience
• Experience with compositedesign, analysis,and manufacturing.
• Familiarity with Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) techniques, such as ultrasonic testing, eddy current, FPI, camera optics, X-ray and othersused in aerospace.
• Experience with design for manufacturing & assembly
• Understanding of manufacturing cost and reproducibility
• Familiarity with principles of product development,reliabilityand quality control
• Experience with configuration management.
• Experience with fiber‑reinforced polymer composites, specifically: fiberglass, aramid, and/or carbon prepreg and wet layup (especially epoxy resin systems)
• Experience in advanced Composite and Bonded Structuresdesign andmanufacturing(ie. Organic/Polymer Matrix Composites, Fiber Reinforcement, Manufacturing methods, Adhesives, Surface Preparation,etc.)

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, or pregnancy.

Compliance Notice: Alten USA is a federal contractor subject to the requirements of the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and Executive Order 11246. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Drug Screening Requirement: As a federal contractor, Alten USA maintains a drug‑free workplace. All candidates selected for employment will be required to successfully complete a pre‑employment drug screening as a condition of hire.