Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer

LiveWire Group; Milwaukee, Northern (WI, KY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Health insurance

401(k) program

Employee discounts

Job summary

LiveWire is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to advance motorcycle systems at our Milwaukee facility. You will own designs from concept through production, applying Creo and GD&T to optimize performance, weight, cost, and quality.

Join a high‑performing team focused on testing in world‑class labs, with a strong emphasis on DFMEA, validation plans, and cross‑functional collaboration across engineering and manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or related technical discipline.
• Experience solving complex mechanical design problems in fast-paced team environments.
• Broad knowledge of casting, forging, stamping, welding, and injection molding.
• Proficiency with 3D CAD (Creo preferred), 2D drawings, GD&T, DFMEA, and DVP&R.
• Interest in automotive and motorcycle applications.
• Strong communication of technical subjects.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the LiveWire vision through development of industry-leading chassis systems.
• Use 3D CAD, simulation, analytical methods to optimize for performance, weight, cost, and quality.
• Own mechanical systems and components from concept through production within the motorcycle chassis system (structures, wheels/tires, bodywork, suspension).
• Define, document, and manage mechanical requirements, DFMEA and validation plans.
• Collaborate cross-functionally for seamless integration with other motorcycle systems.
• Plan and analyze component and system-level testing in LiveWire labs and proving grounds.
• Partner with supply and manufacturing teams to support sourcing, design-for-cost, manufacturability, and production launch.
• Influence, mentor, and inspire teammates to deliver great technical solutions.

Skills

Mechanical design

3D CAD

2D drawings

GD&T

DFMEA

DVP&R

Manufacturing processes

Communication

Automotive/motorcycle domain

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Creo

Job description

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Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer

Full Time Professional

Salary Range: $74,900.00 To $145,000.00 Annually

LiveWire is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to develop motorcycle systems and components that deliver an unparalleled riding experience. This role is ideal for a motivated and passionate mechanical engineer that wants to work within a high performing team at our world-class development facility in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

Job Responsibilities

• Deliver the LiveWire vision throughdevelopment of industry-leading chassis systems.
• Exercise strong engineering fundamentals leveraging 3D CAD, simulation, analytical, and empirical methods to create designs optimized for performance, weight, cost, and quality.
• Own mechanical systems and components from concept through production within the motorcycle chassis system, including but not limited to chassis structures, wheels/tires, bodywork and suspension.
• Define, document, and manage mechanical requirements, DFMEA and validation plans to ensure robust designs and successful program execution.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally to achieve seamless integration with the overall motorcycle and other motorcycle systems.
• Plan, support, and analyze component and system‑level testing using LiveWire’s world‑class labs and proving grounds to validate performance and reliability.
• Partner with supply and manufacturing teams to support sourcing, design-for-cost, manufacturability, resolution of technical issues, and support production launch.
• Influence, mentor, and inspire teammates to deliver great technical solutions.

Education Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or related technical discipline.

Experience Requirements

• History of solving complex mechanical design problems in a fast-paced team environment.
• Broad manufacturing process knowledge including casting, forging, stamping, welding, and injection molding.
• Demonstrated skills in 3D CAD (Creo preferred), 2D Drawings, GD&T, DFMEA, and DVP&R.
• Enthusiasm for problem solving in automotive and motorcycle applications.
• Ability to communicate technical subjects clearly and concisely.

Pay Range: $74.900 - $145,000

The pay range shown represents the national average pay range for this role. Your pay may be more or less than the stated range and is dependent on your geographic location and level of experience.

LiveWire is an equal opportunity employer that continues to build a culture of inclusion, belonging and equity through our commitment to attracting and retaining diverse talent from all backgrounds, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. We believe in fairness and providing a level playing field for all. We foster a culture that thrives on diverse perspectives and contributions to ignite the creativity and innovation to fuel our business and enhance the employee and customer experience.

We offer an inclusive compensation package for all full-time salaried employees including but not limited to, annual bonus programs, health insurance benefits, a 401(K) program, employee discounts on products and accessories, and more.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. We do not sponsor visas.