Sr Mechanical Engineer

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 is seeking a Sr Mechanical Engineer with an eneregy manufacturer in the Aurora, OH area. This is an onsite direct hire position with a pay range of $80K annually to $115K annually depending on education, experience and location. Senior Mechanical Engineer with a mastery of first principles engineering to lead the structural, thermal, and manufacturing integration of next-generation power systems products. The ideal candidate will play a key role in solving complex technical challenges, ensuring every design is validated, optimized, and built to deliver uncompromising, long-term reliability for our Static Transfer Switches and Power Distribution Units.

Key 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 rather than post-design checks
• Define the 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

Experience, Skills & Education:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field (PhD preferred)
• 5+ years of experience in mechanical design and simulation for electromechanical systems
• Experience with 3-D CAD tools (Solid Edge preferred) -- Required
• Expert in FEA and CFD
• Proven experience with 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
• An active Professional Engineer (PE) License is highly desired

• Client provides medical, dental, vision and 401K benefits.

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ledMilitary connected talent encouraged to apply

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