Sr. Mechanical Engineer, Test Equipment Engineering

Marotta Controls; Parsippany-Troy Hills (NJ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Matching

Tuition Assistance

Paid Vacation & Holidays

Job summary

Marotta Controls invites applications for a Senior Mechanical Engineer focused on Automated Test Equipment development. You will design test stations, ITAs, interfaces, fixtures and load rigs to support DVT, Qual, ATP and ESS testing, while coordinating with the NPD team from development to production.

The role requires a ME degree and 5+ years in ATE mechanical development, with strong drafting, 3D modeling, and documentation skills. A US citizenship is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in ME.
• 5+ years in ATE mechanical development.
• Experience designing test stations, ITAs, cables and interconnects.
• US Citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop test stations, ITAs, cables, fixtures and load rigs for automated test equipment.
• Configuration Management, Estimating, and technical presentation package assembly.
• Collaborate with new product development from development through production.

Skills

Test Equipment Layout

ITA Design

Drafting

3D Modeling

Configuration Mgmt

Mil/ISO Standards

Machining Knowledge

Material Finishes

Thermal Management

Design Reviews

Estimations

Technical Presentations

Word/Excel

PowerPoint

AutoCAD

Visio

Creo/Pro-E

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCad

CREO/Pro-E

Visio

MS Word/Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Senior Mechanical Engineer (Automated Test Equipment)

At Marotta Controls, a New Jersey Top Workplace four years running! Dedicated to innovation, quality and excellence, we deliver cutting edge control systems for the Aerospace & Defense industry. At Marotta, we value bold thinking and teamwork, and we empower our employees to push boundaries while delivering top-tier solutions to our customers. Our team fosters a fun, collaborative culture where creativity and technical excellence thrive! Your next big opportunity starts here.

Overview

Marotta Controls seeks a Mechanical Engineer to support ATE development in the Power / Control Actuation Systems (PAS) / Space / Marine Lines of Business. Applicant should have a background in Mechanical Test Equipment Engineering, and possess a demonstrated ability in designing, developing, integrating, and deploying Special & Peculiar Automated Test Equipment. Power Distribution, Motor Controls, and Actuation Device interfaces will be the prime applications of the subject ATE. Test Equipment Documentation and Drafting will also require high competencies in Automated Test Equipment practices and user interfaces. A strong emphasis on team cohesion is necessary.

Essential Or Primary / Key Responsibilities

• Design and Development of Test Stations, ITAs, Interface Adaptors, Cables, Fixtures, and Load Rigs are the primary responsibilities of this position. These are typically in support of manual and automated Test Equipment for DVT testing, Qual testing, ATP testing, and ESS testing. TE Rack Assembly Drawings, Interconnect Diagrams, Parts Lists, Design Review preparation (TE SRR, TE CDR, TE Validation),
• Configuration Management, Estimating, and Technical Presentation package assembly are also key skills.
• The incumbent will work closely with the new product development team for the Prime Mission Equipment from Development and Rapid Prototyping, through Production.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in ME
• 5+ years of formal ATE mechanical development experience, along with a high level of expertise in the ATE specialty domain is required.
• Subject areas of demonstrated ability should include all mechanical aspects of Test Station, ITA, Cable and Interconnect Diagram design, Requirements review, and TE Validation.
• Must be a US Citizen

Required Skills

• Test Equipment Console layout, ITA Design, Electrical/Mechanical Drafting, 3D Design and Modeling, Configuration Management Practices, Knowledge of Mil/ASME/ISO Standards, machining /manufacturing processes, materials/finishes, thermal calculations/management, Design Review preparation, estimation, and technical presentation package/document development.
• Software Support: Word/Excel, PowerPoint, AutoCad, Visio, CREO/Pro-E

Additional Skills Preferred

• Project Planning, Monitoring, and Reporting
• Cohesive Collaboration with Program Teams
• Experience in PCB layout and routing is a plus
• Experience in ANSYS Analysis is a plus

Work Environment

The primary work environment will be the Marotta lab/office area, with occasional travel to one of the lab facilities that provide outsource capability for Marotta Qualification events.

This position is at our Parsippany NJ office location.

Pay Range

$110,000- $130,000 per year

Many of our contracts require proof that you are a U.S. citizen and/or that an export license has been obtained for employees who are citizens of certain countries. Your employment, both initially and continually thereafter, is conditioned on production of such proof of citizenship and/or any export license that may be required to comply with any and all applicable laws, regulations, or executive orders, or required by Federal, State, or local government contracts.

At Marotta Controls, we are committed to a fair, performance‑driven compensation approach that promotes consistency across all levels of our organization. We ensure that pay decisions are free from bias, based on objective criteria, and are regularly reviewed.

Your level and base salary will be determined on a case‑by‑case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job‑related knowledge and skills, experience, and internal consistency.

Additionally, we offer a highly competitive compensation package for this opportunity, including incentive compensation and a comprehensive suite of premium benefits. These include medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, a 401(k) plan with company match, tuition assistance, paid vacation, sick and personal days, paid holidays, and flexible scheduling options such as compressed workweeks. We value and reward employee achievements and host multiple engagement events each quarter to foster a strong, supportive workplace culture.

VETERANS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY