Senior Mechanical Engineer — Power Systems & Thermal Design

Akkodis; Aurora (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401K

Job summary

Akkodis in Aurora, OH is seeking a Sr Mechanical Engineer to lead design and integration of next-generation power systems, including Static Transfer Switches and Power Distribution Units. This onsite, direct-hire role requires mastery of first principles, strong hands-on testing, and a proven ability to deliver reliable electromechanical assemblies.

Responsibilities span mechanical and thermal design, advanced FEA/CFD, manufacturability, safety clearances, and RCA for field issues, with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Mechanical Engineering (PhD preferred).
• 5+ years in mechanical design and simulation for electromechanical systems.
• Experience with 3-D CAD tools (Solid Edge preferred) -- Required.
• Expert in FEA and CFD.
• Design for manufacturability and design for reliability in sheet metal and electro-mechanical assemblies.
• Strong understanding of thermal management, heat transfer, structural mechanics, and vibration analysis.
• Hands-on experience with thermal and vibration testing.
• Familiarity with electrical power systems is a strong plus.
• Knowledge of NFPA 70, UL, IEC, CSA, NOM or ANSI standards for power equipment.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) License highly desired.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design and analysis activities for power systems products including Static Transfer Switches and Power Distribution Units.
• Drive mechanical and thermal design by performing advanced FEA and CFD simulations.
• Validate analytical models through calculation, prototype testing and measurement.
• Optimize 3D CAD models specifically for our vertically integrated manufacturing capabilities.
• Support sustaining engineering efforts to improve existing product designs.
• Embed industry standards into the physical geometry, ensuring operator safety and clearance constraints are fundamental design inputs.
• Define parameters and provide technical support for 3rd-party testing to achieve and maintain industry certifications.
• Define and support internal product testing parameters for both prototypes and final production units.
• Contribute to rigorous design reviews, establish internal engineering standards, and coach junior engineers in advanced analysis techniques.
• Lead Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and provide high-level technical resolution for complex field support issues.

Skills

Mechanical design

Thermal management

Vibration analysis

Engineering documentation

Leadership/mentoring

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Solid Edge

FEA

CFD

3D CAD

Job description

Akkodis in Aurora, OH is seeking a Sr Mechanical Engineer to lead design and integration of next-generation power systems, including Static Transfer Switches and Power Distribution Units. This onsite, direct-hire role requires mastery of first principles, strong hands-on testing, and a proven ability to deliver reliable electromechanical assemblies.

Responsibilities span mechanical and thermal design, advanced FEA/CFD, manufacturability, safety clearances, and RCA for field issues, with