Senior Mechanical Engineer

Jobot; Parsippany-Troy Hills (NJ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer for a leading aerospace manufacturer in Parsippany, NJ. The role involves developing and integrating advanced hoist, winch, and cargo-hook systems, and leading mechanical and electromechanical design efforts.

You will plan and manage complex projects, translate requirements into robust designs, and ensure performance through modeling, testing, and documentation. A strong engineering background and leadership are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Experience in ISO 9001 or AS9100 quality environments.
• Strong leadership, teamwork, and communication skills.
• Approximately 10 years of experience in mechanical or systems engineering.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, and conduct engineering and product development projects.
• Manage all phases of product development from concept through production and aftermarket support.
• Provide project planning, reporting, management, and technical implementation throughout the development lifecycle.
• Serve as a senior technical resource responsible for project success across financial, technical, and timeline objectives.
• Develop system architectures for new products and integrated systems, including hoist, winch, and related accessories.

Skills

ISO 9001 / AS9100

Design configuration management

Mechanical/electro-mechanical systems

Leadership & teamwork

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

3D CAD

FEA

Finite Element Analysis

Job description

Senior Mechanical Engineer Needed For Leading Aerospace Manufacturer

Salary: $120,000 - $145,000 per year

A bit about us

My client is a leading global designer and manufacturer of high-performance lifting and pulling devices for military and civilian aircraft, including rescue hoists, winches, and cargo hooks. As they continue to grow, they have asked us to help in finding a Mechanical Engineer to join their team.

Why join us

Excellent Compensation - Base Salary Up To $145,000

• Opportunity to own projects from conception through completion.
• Opportunity to work on cutting edge aerospace technology.
• Opportunity to grow as the company grows.

Job Details

Plan, develop, and conduct engineering and product development projects of significant importance to the organization.

Manage all phases of product development, including requirements development, project planning, concept development, detailed design, prototyping, testing, transition to production, and aftermarket support.

Provide project planning, reporting, management, and technical implementation throughout the development lifecycle.

Serve as a senior technical resource responsible for project success across financial, technical, and timeline objectives.

About the Role

Develop system architectures for new products and integrated systems, including advanced AC, DC, and hydraulic hoist and winch systems, cargo hooks, and related accessories.

Translate customer needs into equipment and system specifications, conceptual designs, and detailed mechanical designs.

Apply mechanical engineering principles to analyze forces, moments, stresses, and overall system performance throughout the development process.

Perform mechanical and systems engineering activities, including 3D solid modeling, computer-based simulations, FEA, rapid prototyping, testing, and technical documentation.

Identify and incorporate advanced materials, material processing techniques, coatings, and surface treatments into next-generation products.

Develop and execute project plans to ensure compliance with applicable standards, specifications, and customer requirements.

Provide project management support from concept through completion for both in-house and outsourced engineering projects.

What You Bring

• Experience developing products within an ISO 9001 or AS9100 quality environment.
• Strong experience with design configuration management and product development processes.
• Experience developing and fielding complex mechanical and electro-mechanical systems, preferably within the aerospace or defense industries.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or an equivalent combination of education and experience; advanced degrees preferred.
• Approximately 10 years of experience in mechanical and/or systems engineering.
• Strong leadership, teamwork, communication, organizational, project management, presentation, and meeting facilitation skills.
• Project management experience, including familiarity with financial and budget-tracking tools.

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