Senior Mechanical Engineer

Synerfac Technical Staffing; Whippany (NJ); On-site; USD 160,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) plan

Job summary

Synerfac Technical Staffing is seeking a Senior Mechanical (Design) Engineer in Whippany, New Jersey, for a full-time role developing major mechanical and electro-mechanical systems for aerospace/defense applications. The role covers requirements, planning, design, prototyping, testing, and production transition.

The candidate should bring about 10 years in mechanical or systems engineering, experience in ISO-9001 or AS9100 environments, and strong leadership and project-management skills to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent required.
• Approximately 10 years of mechanical/systems engineering experience.
• Experience in ISO-9001 or AS9100 environments.
• Strong design configuration management experience.
• Experience developing aerospace/defense mechanical/electro-mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop system architectures for new products and integrated systems (hoist/winch, cargo hooks).
• Translate customer needs into specifications and designs.
• Apply mechanical principles to analyze forces, moments, and stresses.
• Perform 3D modeling, simulations (FEA), prototyping, testing, and documentation.
• Support project plans and ensure production transition and aftermarket support.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Communication

Project management

Presentation

Meeting facilitation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

3D CAD

FEA

Rapid prototyping

Aerospace standards

Job description

Senior Mechanical (Design) Engineer

Location: Whippany, New Jersey

Salary: $160,000 - $190,000

Employment Type: Full-time

About the Opportunity

Our 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. Their products are trusted by rescue crews worldwide, and the company holds itself to the highest standards of engineering and quality in everything it builds.

Position Summary

The Senior Mechanical (Design) Engineer plans, develops, and conducts engineering and product development projects of significant importance to the organization. This role covers all phases of development, including requirements development, project planning, concept development, detailed design, prototyping, testing, transition to production, and aftermarket support. The Senior Mechanical Engineer provides planning, reporting, and management in addition to technical implementation, and is expected to recognize project success across financial, technical, and timeline management responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• 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 designs
• Apply mechanical engineering principles to analyze forces, moments, and stresses throughout the development process
• Perform 3D solid modeling, computer-based simulations including 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 that ensure compliance with applicable standards and specifications
• Provide project management support from concept through completion for both in-house and outsourced project work

Qualifications

• 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
• Experience developing products in an ISO-9001 or AS9100 quality environment
• Strong experience with design configuration management
• Experience developing and fielding complex mechanical and electro-mechanical systems in aerospace or defense
• Strong leadership, teamwork, communication, organizational, project management, presentation, and meeting facilitation skills
• Project management experience preferred, particularly with financial and budget-tracking tools

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid time off; company-sponsored life insurance; 401(k) with company contributions.

Job Requirements

• 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
• Experience developing products in an ISO-9001 or AS9100 quality environment, with strong design configuration management skills
• Experience developing and fielding complex mechanical and electro-mechanical systems in aerospace or defense