Senior Mechanical Engineer

Magswitch; Superior (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

HSA/FSA

Job summary

Magswitch is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to transform market needs into manufacturable products. You will lead mechanical design from concept through testing and production, creating 3D CAD models, drawings, BOMs, tools, fixtures, and test systems.

You’ll collaborate with project managers and manufacturing to set timelines, solve design and production challenges, and improve engineering standards. This role helps impact product performance and market delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field.
• Minimum of five years designing mechanical products or equipment and supporting them through manufacturing.
• Proficient in CAD and engineering drawing skills with production-ready documentation and BOMs.
• GD&T knowledge and metrology best practices.
• Experience in machining or basic manufacturing environment.
• Proficient in MS Office with advanced Excel.
• Ability to lead in a team and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates product design and engineering efforts based on company vision and market needs.
• Uses Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA).
• Performs calculations to ensure feasibility of tools, fixtures, and test system designs.
• Develops 3D CAD models, manufacturing drawings, BOMs, and other documentation.
• Communicates project needs and timelines with the manufacturing facility.
• Conducts component and assembly inspections and performs failure analysis.
• Implements new engineering standards and procedures.

Skills

CAD

SolidWorks

Ansys

GD&T

Excel

Project leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

3D CAD (SolidWorks)

BOM creation

Job description

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Senior Mechanical Engineer

Full Time Superior, CO, US

Salary Range: $90,000.00 To $135,000.00 Annually

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Department: Engineering
Reports to: Director of Engineering
Region: Superior, Colorado
Salary Range:$90-$135K
Travel Requirement:Up to 5%

Note: This position does not offer sponsorship. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1(including those with OPT or CPT) , H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

POSITION SUMMARY

As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you’ll turn market needs into practical, manufacturable products. You’ll lead mechanical design work from concept through testing and production, using design for manufacturing and assembly principles to create 3D CAD models, drawings, bills of materials, tools, fixtures, and test systems. Working closely with project managers and manufacturing teams, you’ll help set realistic timelines, solve design and production challenges, and improve engineering standards. This role offers the opportunity to directly impact product performance, quality, and how new designs reach the market.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Facilitates product design and engineering efforts based on company vision and market needs.
• Properly uses Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA)
• Performs a wide variety of calculations to ensure feasibility of tools, fixtures, and test system designs.
• Works with the Project Manager to develop and adjust project timelines based on project priorities and resources.
• Develop 3D CAD Models, manufacturing drawings, Bills of Materials, and other required documentation.
• Communicate project needs and timelines with the manufacturing facility.
• Conduct component and assembly inspections and systematically perform product failure analysis.
• Implement new company engineering standards and procedures.
• Perform data acquisition, analysis, and report generation.
• Identify potential execution issues and present risk-mitigation options to the Executive team.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of five years of experience designing mechanical products or equipment and supporting them through manufacturing.
• Proficient in CAD and engineering drawing skills, including experience creating production-ready documentation and bills of materials.SolidWorks preferred.
• Data Simulation – Ansys preferred.
• GD&T knowledge – knows metrology best practices and is familiar with CMMs
• Good understanding of commonly used manufacturing and tooling processes and how to effectively design parts for them
• MS Office proficiency with high-level Excel
• Experience in a machining or basic manufacturing environment
• Ability to provide a leadership role in a team environment.
• Possess strong verbal, written, and organizational skills essential to professional communication.
• Demonstrated attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Organized multitasking.
• Entrepreneurial spirit – ability to see the complete vision of the product from concept to user experience.
• Utilizes AI or is curious to incorporate AI into processes
• Drive to expand knowledge and develop new skills.
• Mechanical Hands-On Skills – ability to disassemble and assemble tools with little to no assistance.
• Must be available for occasional domestic and international travel (5 %).

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong mechanical aptitude based on experience, including a broad knowledge of mechanisms, engineering materials, mechanical properties, and manufacturing processes
• Experience with Magnetics
• Project Management and Scheduling Experience

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Magswitch is a global leader in magnetic lifting solutions. We design and manufacture advanced magnet technologies that help industrial and automation customers improve material‑handling safety and efficiency. Our products are widely used in automotive assembly and other automation-heavy industries with manufacturing operations worldwide.

Compensation and Benefits

We offer a highly competitive compensation package designed to support your health, well-being, and financial security. Our comprehensive benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement plan with 401(k) matching
• Paid time off
• Paid leave programs
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Basic and Voluntary Life insurance
• Short- and Long-term disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee referral program

In accordance with Colorado law, the salary range disclosed for this role represents a good‑faith estimate of the base compensation. Actual compensation will be based on factors such as experience, skills, and qualifications.

Magswitch is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local nondiscrimination laws in every location where we operate. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, compensation, benefits, training, and termination.