Staff Mechanical Design Engineer, Big Machines

NextGenEnergyJobs; California (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

NextGenEnergyJobs is seeking a Staff Mechanical Design Engineer to design and deliver robust, industrial-scale machinery from concept through activation. You will lead CAD modeling in SolidWorks, perform structural sizing and FEA, and collaborate with production and controls teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

With 5+ years of product development experience and a strong background in mechanical design and welding, you will drive reliability, safety, and performance across large

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering required.
• 5+ years of technical product development experience.
• 2+ years of mechanical design experience.
• Experience with CAD software such as SolidWorks, NX, CATIA, or Pro/ENGINEER.
• Experience in production facilities with heavy equipment is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, build, and activation of low-volume custom machinery and infrastructure.
• Collaborate with production engineering to debug existing equipment and processes to maximize production rates.
• Execute structural sizing, mechanism design, hardware fabrication, and activation testing to deliver results on projects.
• Create detailed models and engineering prints in SolidWorks.
• Perform engineering hand calculations and analysis to size structures and mechanisms.
• Support machine activation alongside controls engineering teams and perform development testing with production engineering teams.

Skills

FEA

GD&T

Welding design

CAD modeling

Team collaboration

Prototyping

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

NX

CATIA

Pro/ENGINEER

Job description

Staff Mechanical Design Engineer, Big Machines

Do you want to design and build robust, industrial-scale machinery from the ground up?

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, build, and activation of low-volume custom machinery and infrastructure
• Collaborate with production engineering to debug existing equipment and manufacturing processes to maximize production rates
• Execute structural sizing, mechanism design, hardware fabrication, and activation testing to deliver results on projects
• Create detailed models and engineering prints in SolidWorks
• Perform engineering hand calculations and analysis to size structures and mechanisms
• Support machine activation alongside controls engineering teams and perform development testing with production engineering teams

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline
• Experience using a CAD software design package such as SolidWorks, NX, CATIA, or Pro/ENGINEER
• 2+ years of professional experience designing and analyzing mechanical structures
• 5+ years of technical product development experience
• Ability to prioritize and execute tasks in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Ability to work in a collaborative team environment, including daily interactions with engineers, maintenance, suppliers, and leadership
• Experience working in a production facility with heavy equipment and industrial machinery
• Experience managing large CAD assembly models and engineering drawings
• Experience with finite element analysis (FEA)
• Experience with statistical data collection, analysis, and reporting
• Experience designing and fabricating welded structures
• Experience designing and testing mechanical mechanisms
• Experience with basic electrical engineering components, including servos, actuators, and sensor integration
• Strong understanding and application of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
• Hands-on experience with equipment manufacturing and implementation
• Self-motivated approach with a hands-on mindset and strong initiative
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Passion for sustainability and clean energy technology
• In accordance with California pay transparency laws, the salary range for this position is listed below. Actual compensation may vary based on a variety of factors, including experience, education, and skills.