Senior/Staff Mechanical Engineer

01 & 04 Woodward, Inc.; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 93,000 - 181,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Stock contribution

Tuition reimbursement

Annual bonus opportunity

Holiday pay

Job summary

Woodward in Colorado seeks a Senior/Staff Mechanical Engineer to join the Industrial Product Engineering team. You will own high-precision fuel metering and actuator products, ensuring design integrity across the lifecycle.

This role blends daily problem-solving with strategic technical innovation, collaborating with suppliers, manufacturing, and field applications to deliver energy-control solutions for customers, while advancing development and maintaining ITAR/EAR compliance.

Qualifications

• BS in mechanical engineering or related field.
• Experience leading projects and driving results.
• Mentoring junior engineers to support development.
• Strong communication and collaboration across teams.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize mechanical systems to meet specs and standards.
• Lead small to medium engineering projects with timelines and resources.
• Mentor junior engineers and share knowledge.
• Communicate technical reports to customers, vendors, and stakeholders.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Project management

Mentoring

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Woodward is committed to creating a great workplace for all team members. Our company and its members are committed to acting with integrity, being respectful and accountable to one another, and staying humble and driven, while maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards. We are steadfastly committed to attracting the best talent across our communities, creating a rewarding workplace. Together we are fulfilling our purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions our partners count on to power a clean future. Woodward supports our members’ wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position. Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Senior/Staff Mechanical Engineer

The Senior or Staff Mechanical Engineer role will be a member of the Industrial Product Engineering team supporting Turbine product portfolio. They will be the technical owner of commercially-released, high-precision fuel metering and actuator products, ensuring they meet design requirements and specifications as-shipped. As technical owner, they will provide expertise and innovative, cost-effective solutions to support and improve all aspects of these products across their lifecycle. Working with upstream component suppliers, through our internal manufacturing, assembly, and testing processes, all the way to critical end-user field applications, this role blends a combination of daily tactical problem solving and strategic technical innovation.

Estimated US Annual Base Salary For Each Level Is As Follows:

• Senior Mechanical Engineer: min / mid / max is: $93,000 / $121,000 / $149,000
• Staff Mech Engineer: min / mid / max is: $ 113,000 /$ 147,000 / $181,000

All Levels Participate In The Following:

• All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity.
• 401(k) match (4.5%)
• Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)
• Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members
• 12 paid holidays, including floating holidays.
• Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire
• Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave.
• Paid parental leave.
• Adoption Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits.
• Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life
• Member referral bonus
• Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending
• Voluntary benefits, including: Home / Auto Insurance discounts Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave

Senior Engineer – Mechanical Responsibilities:

• Design and optimize mechanical systems and components to meet performance specifications and industry standards.
• Lead small to medium-sized engineering projects, managing timelines and resources.
• Solve complex technical issues using advanced engineering principles and innovative approaches.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate systems seamlessly into larger projects.
• Mentor junior engineers to support their development and enhance team capabilities.
• Effectively communicate technical reports to external customers, vendors, and internal stakeholders.

Senior Engineer – Mechanical Qualifications:

• Strong mechanical engineering expertise with proficiency in system design and optimization.
• Proven ability to independently manage projects and drive results.
• Skilled in mentoring and fostering professional growth in team members.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills to work with diverse teams.
• Knowledge of industry best practices and competitive market dynamics.

Staff Engineer – Mechanical Responsibilities:

• Lead complex, strategically aligned engineering projects from initiation to completion.
• Provide expert technical advisory to management, influencing decisions and organizational direction.
• Develop and implement innovative methodologies to enhance product quality and operational efficiency.
• Solve intricate engineering challenges using sophisticated analysis and innovative thinking.
• Partner with cross-disciplinary teams to drive broader organizational initiatives.
• Provide technical expertise and innovative solutions through expert-level communication skills to key customers, vendors, and internal stakeholders.

Staff Engineer – Mechanical Qualifications:

• Advanced technical expertise in mechanical engineering and systems analysis.
• Proven experience leading large-scale, strategic projects with cross-functional collaboration.
• Strong ability to provide technical guidance and influence high-level decision-making.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills with a focus on innovation and process improvement.
• Strategic communication skills to effectively convey complex concepts to leadership and teams.

Successful Candidates Typically Have:

• Senior Mechanical Engineer A four-year Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in mechanical engineering or a related field and at least 4+ years of equivalent experience in a related industry.
• Staff Mechanical Engineer A four-year Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in mechanical engineering or related field and 10+ years of equivalent experience in a related industry.

Application window is anticipated to close 7 days from original posting date.

This information is provided in compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and is the company’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position. The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, and other job-related reasons.

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be U.S. Persons within the meaning of the ITAR and EAR, or eligible to obtain all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce. The ITAR defines a U.S. Person as a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident (i.e., 'Green Card holder'), or a protected person (e.g., asylee, or refugee).

Successful Candidates Typically Have:

• Senior Mechanical Engineer A four-year Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in mechanical engineering or a related field and at least 4+ years of equivalent experience in a related industry.
• Staff Mechanical Engineer A four-year Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in mechanical engineering or related field and 10+ years of equivalent experience in a related industry.

What does it mean to be part of Woodward?

It means contributing to what matters most in your career, in your community and around the world. It means being a part of rewarding experiences, where innovation, collaboration and problem-solving are at the heart of what we do.

Woodward is the global leader in the design, manufacturing, and service of energy conversion and control solutions for the aerospace and industrial equipment markets. Together with our customers, we are enabling the path to a cleaner, decarbonized world. Our innovative fluid, combustion, electrical, propulsion and motion control systems perform in some of the world’s harshest environments. At Woodward we have created a culture that appreciates and values the contributions of every member. We are a global team of curious, innovative problem-solvers who commit our knowledge, resources and technical expertise to the challenges associated with reducing emissions, enabling alternative energy sources and increasing efficiency, always innovating for a better future. Woodward is working with our customers to solve some of the world’s biggest energy challenges. This important work needs more than just the brightest technical minds. It requires talented and committed manufacturing professionals, accountants, supply chain managers, human resources experts, information technology specialists and many more. We are looking for dedicated people who want to learn and grow in a supportive environment that fosters collaboration, innovation and inclusion.