Senior Mechanical Engineer

HRU-Tech; Maple Grove (MN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

HRU-Tech in Minnesota is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to support the design, development, analysis, and production of defense systems, including ammunition handling and missile components. You will create CAD models, drawings, and technical documentation while collaborating with engineering, manufacturing, and customer teams to deliver reliable solutions.

Candidates should have strong mechanical engineering fundamentals and experience with Creo, and be able to translate requirements into

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical engineering fundamentals.
• Experience with PTC Creo and CAD modeling.
• Ability to collaborate across engineering, manufacturing and customer teams.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical components, assemblies, and systems for defense-related products.
• Create and maintain 3D models, assemblies and detailed drawings using Creo Parametric 11.
• Interpret drawings, specifications, and test data to meet customer requirements and military standards.
• Support product development from concept through production.

Skills

Mechanical design

Systems integration

Cross-functional collaboration

3D CAD modeling

Tools

PTC Creo Parametric 11

Job description

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to support the design, development, analysis, and production of advanced defense systems, including ammunition handling systems, weapon systems, missile launchers, structural assemblies, mechanisms, and other military products. This role is responsible for developing mechanical designs, performing engineering analysis, creating detailed CAD models and drawings, and supporting products throughout the development and production lifecycle.

The ideal candidate has a strong mechanical engineering background, experience with PTC Creo, and the ability to collaborate across engineering, manufacturing, and customer teams to deliver high-quality technical solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Mechanical Design & Product Development

• Design and develop mechanical components, assemblies, and systems for defense-related products.
• Create and maintain 3D models, assemblies, and detailed engineering drawings using PTC Creo Parametric 11.
• Develop engineering solutions that meet customer requirements, military specifications, and industry standards.
• Support product development from concept through production.

Engineering Analysis

• Perform engineering analysis, testing, and evaluation of moderately complex mechanical systems.
• Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, models, and test data.
• Evaluate designs for functionality, manufacturability, reliability, and compliance with applicable standards.
• Solve complex engineering design and development challenges using sound engineering principles.

Manufacturing & Production Support

• Work closely with manufacturing teams and external suppliers to support production activities.
• Provide engineering support during fabrication, assembly, testing, and product integration.
• Assist with resolving production issues and implementing design improvements.
• Support development of manufacturing processes and assembly tooling as needed.

Documentation & Technical Support

• Develop and maintain engineering documentation, including:
• Engineering drawings
• Design documentation
• Technical reports