Senior Mechanical Engineer

Katalyst CRO; Souderton (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Katalyst CRO is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead design, project execution, and manufacturing support, mentoring junior engineers and ensuring high-quality drawings are released to production.

You will collaborate with engineering leadership, support continuous improvement initiatives, and travel to job sites as needed. Proficiency in SolidWorks, 2D CAD, and MS Office, plus strong communication and independence, are essential.

Qualifications

• Excellent proficiency in SolidWorks.
• Strong 2D CAD skills.
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Advanced mechanical aptitude.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Experience mentoring junior mechanical engineers and supporting large projects.

Responsibilities

• Participate in Mechanical Engineering team meetings to support and improve departmental operations.
• Collaborate with the Mechanical Engineering Manager and other Senior Mechanical Engineers.
• Support systems engineering activities, including approval drawing processes and equipment interfaces.
• Mentor Mechanical Engineers I and II to promote consistent designs and good manufacturing practices.
• Coach, review, and delegate work across large projects.
• Research, plan, develop, and design fabricated and purchased components, including motors, gearboxes, bearings, and structural materials.
• Create production drawings, including detail, assembly, weldment, installation, and modification drawings.
• Use the ERP system to release engineering information to Manufacturing.
• Support Fabrication and Assembly teams with troubleshooting.
• Travel to job sites as needed to gather project information.
• Provide customer support by phone, email, or web to troubleshoot designs and equipment.
• Support the Innovation Center team.

Skills

SolidWorks

2D CAD

Microsoft Office

Mechanical aptitude

Communication

Independent work

Mentoring

Job description

Job Description

We are looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to support mechanical engineering design, project execution, manufacturing, and continuous improvement initiatives. The candidate will collaborate with engineering leadership, mentor junior engineers, and ensure high-quality designs and drawings are released to manufacturing and assembly.

Job Description

We are looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to support mechanical engineering design, project execution, manufacturing, and continuous improvement initiatives. The candidate will collaborate with engineering leadership, mentor junior engineers, and ensure high-quality designs and drawings are released to manufacturing and assembly.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in Mechanical Engineering team meetings to support and improve departmental operations.


• Collaborate with the Mechanical Engineering Manager and other Senior Mechanical Engineers.


• Support systems engineering activities, including approval drawing processes and equipment interfaces.


• Mentor Mechanical Engineers I and II to promote consistent designs and good manufacturing practices.


• Coach, review, and delegate work across large projects.


• Research, plan, develop, and design fabricated and purchased components, including motors, gearboxes, bearings, and structural materials.


• Create production drawings, including detail, assembly, weldment, installation, and modification drawings.


• Use the ERP system to release engineering information to Manufacturing.


• Support Fabrication and Assembly teams with troubleshooting.


• Travel to job sites as needed to gather project information.


• Provide customer support by phone, email, or web to troubleshoot designs and equipment.


• Support the Innovation Center team.

Key Requirements

• Excellent proficiency in SolidWorks .


• Strong 2D CAD skills.


• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.


• Advanced mechanical aptitude.


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.


• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.


• Experience mentoring junior mechanical engineers and supporting large projects.

Key Result Areas

• Maintain or improve project budgets and schedules.


• Provide mentorship to Mechanical Engineers I and II.


• Ensure high-quality designs and drawings are released to manufacturing and assembly.


• Support continuous improvement initiatives while managing ongoing projects.


• Contribute to a positive, team-oriented departmental culture.