Senior Mechanical Engineer — Lead Design & Prototyping

Altentechnologyusa; Westminster (CO); On-site; USD 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

ALTEN Technology USA in Westminster, CO is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to drive design, testing, and leadership across complex programs. You will develop mechanical concepts, lead the engineering team, and ensure documentation, BOMs, and drawings meet regulatory standards.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering, 7+ years of related experience, CAD proficiency, and strong communication and project management skills. Location is Westminster, CO with a competitive salary.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering and relevant professional experience.
• 7+ years of experience in mechanical design or related engineering fields.
• Master’s degree may substitute for 2 years of experience.
• Strong understanding of design principles, tolerance analysis, and calculations.
• Proficiency with CAD tools and standard engineering software.
• Experience with prototype assembly and testing.
• Ability to anticipate and mitigate technical risks.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and project management skills.
• Familiarity with regulatory compliance and documentation standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Mechanical Engineering team within a project, providing technical leadership and development.
• Develop, test, and lead mechanical designs, including BOMs, drawings, and calculations.
• Define work breakdown structures from specifications and derived requirements.
• Track team progress and budget to support schedules.
• Prepare and maintain engineering documentation to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Lead design reviews to ensure design quality and project success.

Skills

Mechanical design

Tolerance analysis

Engineering calculations

Project management

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Job description

ALTEN Technology USA in Westminster, CO is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to drive design, testing, and leadership across complex programs. You will develop mechanical concepts, lead the engineering team, and ensure documentation, BOMs, and drawings meet regulatory standards.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering, 7+ years of related experience, CAD proficiency, and strong communication and project management skills. Location is Westminster, CO with a competitive salary.