Senior Mechanical Engineer

Australia-Employment; Flemington (NJ); On-site; USD 124,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness: medical, dental, &/

401(k) with company match

Life & Supplemental insurance

Critical Illness & Accident plans

FSA options

Paid time off

Monday-Friday schedule

Tuition reimbursement

Certifications & conferences

Job summary

Jobot in Flemington, NJ is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to provide technical leadership for design, development, and continuous improvement of mechanical components, products, and manufacturing processes.

The role involves hands-on projects from concept through prototyping, production, and optimization, collaborating with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Purchasing, and Operations to deliver cost‑effective, manufacturable designs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in mechanical engineering, especially in manufacturing.
• Proficient in 2D/3D design and manufacturing tools (AutoCAD, SolidWorks).
• Knowledge of high voltage systems.
• Excellent documentation and control skills.
• Lean/Six Sigma methodologies experience.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and creative approach.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement cost‑effective equipment modifications to improve safety, reliability, and throughput.
• Develop project specifications by studying product design, customer requirements, and performance standards.
• Create, review, and modify mechanical drawings using AutoCAD and SolidWorks.
• Perform full lifecycle product development from design through prototyping, manufacture, and implementation.
• Design systems and components to meet needs and requirements.
• Conduct experiments, analyze data, and interpret results.
• Test and evaluate theoretical designs and processes.
• Ensure products can be manufactured reliably and perform in operating environments.
• Apply mathematical modeling and CAD to support engineering work.
• Consider cost, safety, and time constraints in decisions.
• Collaborate with professionals inside and outside engineering; monitor and commission plant and systems.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

Senior Mechanical Engineer

$124000 - $165000 per year | Flemington, NJ | On-site | Permanent

Growing Company - Great Benefits

A bit about us:

Our client, a well-established manufacturing company, is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to provide technical leadership for the design, development, and continuous improvement of mechanical components, products, and manufacturing processes.

This is a hands‑on engineering role for someone who enjoys taking projects from concept and design through prototyping, production, and continuous improvement. The Senior Mechanical Engineer will work closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Purchasing, and Operations to develop cost-effective, manufacturable designs and improve existing products and processes.

Why join us?

• Health & Wellness: Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.


• Financial Future: 401(k) plan with a competitive company match, plus Life/Supplemental insurance, Critical Illness & Accident plans, and FSA options.


• Work-Life Balance: Generous accrued paid time off to unplug and recharge, and a steady work schedule (Monday-Friday).


• Continuous Learning: Tuition reimbursement programs, certifications, conferences and additional learning opportunities to fuel your ongoing professional development and technical mastery.

Job Details

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our dynamic team in the manufacturing industry. The successful candidate will be a key player in designing, developing, testing, and refining high-quality mechanical components and systems. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced, innovative environment and is passionate about engineering solutions, product development, and process enhancement.

Responsibilities:

• Designing and implementing cost‑effective equipment modifications to help improve safety, reliability, and throughput.


• Developing project specifications by studying product design, customer requirements, and performance standards.


• Creating, reviewing, and modifying mechanical drawings using AutoCAD and SolidWorks.


• Performing full lifecycle product development (design, develop, test prototypes, manufacture, and implement).


• Designing systems and components that meet needs and requirements.


• Conducting experiments methodically, analyzing data, and interpreting results.


• Testing and evaluating theoretical designs and processes.


• Ensuring a product can be made reliably and will perform consistently in specified operating environments.


• Using research, analytical, conceptual, and planning skills, particularly mathematical modeling and computer‑aided design.


• Considering the implications of issues such as cost, safety, and time constraints.


• Working with other professionals, within and outside the engineering sector.


• Monitoring and commissioning plant and systems.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.


• A minimum of 5 years of experience in mechanical engineering, specifically in the manufacturing industry.


• Proficient in 2D or 3D engineering design and manufacturing tools (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, etc.).


• In-depth knowledge of high voltage systems and their operations.


• Excellent documentation and control skills.


• Proven experience with Lean/Six Sigma methodologies.


• Strong problem‑solving skills and a creative approach for new ideas.


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.


• The ability to work under pressure and multitask.


• Excellent team‑working and people skills.


• A keen eye for detail and a results‑driven approach.


• Professional Engineering (PE) license is preferred but not required.

Join our team and contribute to our mission of delivering top‑tier mechanical engineering solutions. We look forward to exploring your candidacy for this exciting opportunity.

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