Senior Mechanical Engineer

E-Logic, Inc.; Natick (MA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

E-Logic Inc. in Natick, MA is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to support DEVCOM-SC CFD JFET, developing world‑class military food service equipment systems.

The role emphasizes product development, engineering analysis, 3D modeling, and testing of field feeding and shipboard equipment. The position requires expertise in 3D CAD, FEA, and AI‑assisted concept development, with responsibilities spanning testing plans, design validation, and collaboration with government teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering; Master's preferred.
• Expertise in mechanical engineering principles including structural and thermal analysis.
• Experience with testing equipment to military test standards.

Responsibilities

• Draft and prepare engineering support cases for government review.
• Conduct baseline and performance testing of insulated containers and prototypes.
• Develop 3D models and system simulations of food service equipment.
• Support development and integration of Navy and field feeding systems.
• Apply AI concepts to address field feeding capability gaps.
• Perform design analyses and provide technical solutions for field refrigeration components.

Skills

Engineering analysis

3D modeling CAD

FEA

Test planning

AI familiarity

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Solidworks CAD

Job description

E-Logic Inc. is seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer to support the U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command - Soldier Center (DEVCOM-SC), Combat Feeding Division (CFD) Joint Foodservice Engineering Team (JFET). This role focuses on developing world-class military food service equipment systems and technologies across all four Services. The position requires expertise in product development, engineering analysis, 3D modeling, and testing of field feeding and shipboard food service equipment.

Key Responsibilities

General Engineering Support

• Draft and prepare 339 Engineering Support cases for final review and approval by designated Government officials
• Attend monthly meetings and evaluate formal technical reports on system design submitted by Manufacturing Science and Technology Program (MSTP) performer groups
• Instrument and conduct in-house testing of commercial appliances for inclusion aboard naval vessels, including developing test plans and formal test reports
• Conduct test and evaluation efforts on Navy Galley and Sculley equipment in accordance with ASTM and Navy unique test standards
• Utilize Artificial Intelligence (AI) to develop concepts addressing field feeding equipment capability gaps

Specific Technical Requirements

• Plan, coordinate, and conduct baseline and performance testing of Insulated Food Container/Insulated Beverage Container prototypes
• Provide design and engineering analysis of the Food Decontamination Insertion Kit
• Support Point of Need or field deployed nutrition equipment, including production, processing, and packaging of products
• Conduct market research and evaluate mobile processing solutions
• Support Navy Expeditionary Kitchen System (NEFKS) prototype development
• Provide technical solutions for Expeditionary Field Kitchen Systems and tactical field refrigeration components
• Support Arctic Capable Advanced Refrigerated Container System (ACARCS) technical recommendations and testing
• Support Developmental and Operational testing of Joint Service Expandable Refrigerated Container System (JSERCS) and Compact Sanitation System prototypes
• Develop 3D models, systems models, and conduct process simulation and structural/thermal analysis of Food Service Equipment and Systems

Education

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited institution (Master's preferred)

General Experience

• Expertise in Mechanical Engineering principles including structural analysis, thermal analysis, and heat transfer
• Knowledge of Military field food service and shipboard systems and equipment requirements
• Experience with testing equipment to commercial and military test standards
• Ration preservation knowledge including refrigeration theory and principles

Specialized Experience

• Engineering analysis, test and evaluation planning, and reporting
• Solidworks modeling software (CAD) - proficiency required
• Finite Element Analysis (FEA) - demonstrated experience required
• Advanced ration modeling software development
• Artificial Intelligence/Neural Network software development and implementation

Other Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship or ability to work on U.S. Government contracts
• Must complete Level 1 OPSEC Awareness training (no security clearance required)
• Ability to travel domestically (4-6 CONUS trips per year, 3-4 days per trip)
• Ability to work on-site at Natick, MA facility as needed

Recommended Certifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Project Management Professional (PMP)

Travel

4-6 CONUS trips per year, 1 person, average of 3-4 days per trip.

Location

Natick, MA (Hybrid - DEVCOM-SC CFD facility and home office)

Security Clearance

None required (Must be eligible to obtain Level 1 OPSEC Awareness training; no security clearance required for this position)

Equal Opportunity Employer

E-Logic Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.