Staff Systems Engineer, Temperature Calibration

Fluke; Everett (WA); On-site; USD 158,000 - 263,000; Full time

Job summary

Fluke Park HQ Everett, WA is seeking a Staff Systems Engineer with a strong mechanical engineering foundation to lead product design for TCAL baths, dry-wells, furnaces and metrology standards. You will perform hands-on design and cross-functional leadership across electrical, embedded software, metrology, and manufacturing teams.

The role requires translating metrology requirements into mechanical constraints, and vice versa, balancing performance with manufacturability and long-term

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical/Mechatronics engineering.
• Extensive experience in mechanical, mechatronics, or electromechanical systems.
• Strong thermal systems design experience (refrigeration, heater systems).

Responsibilities

• Own mechanical and thermal design for TCAL products including baths, dry-wells, furnaces and metrology standards.
• Lead sustaining programs: component EOL mitigation, quality improvement, and yield enhancement.
• Bridge mechanical, electrical, embedded software, and metrology disciplines on shared problems.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Thermal systems design

ASME Y14.5 GD&T

DFX/DFMEA

Cross-functional leadership

Vapor-compression refrigeration

Metrology familiarity

DFX/DFMEA

Tolerance analysis

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical/Mechatronics

Advanced degree in related engineering field

Tools

Creo

Job description

Location: Everett, WAFluke Calibration is seeking an experienced Staff Systems Engineer with a strong mechanical engineering foundation to provide product design and cross-disciplinary technical leadership for Temperature Calibration (TCAL) products, sustaining industry-leading calibration baths, dry-wells, furnaces, and metrology standards while contributing to next-generation platform designs. This role is based in Fluke Park HQ Everett, WA.You will perform hands-on mechanical and thermal design work as an individual contributor while also leading cross-functional projects that span electrical, embedded software, metrology, and manufacturing, translating requirements across disciplines and balancing metrology performance with manufacturability and long-term supportability.This role requires strong technical judgment and cross-functional influence, partnering with a small, deeply experienced team of temperature and pressure calibration specialists within the broader Fluke Engineering organization. You’ll report to the Product Technology Group (PTG) manager for Temperature, Pressure, and Flow Calibration.Key ResponsibilitiesProduct Design & Thermal EngineeringOwn mechanical and thermal design for new TCAL products, including baths, dry-wells, furnaces, and metrology standards (SPRT/PRT, fixed-point cells).Apply refrigeration and heater-system design across the full TCAL range of products.Sustaining EngineeringLead sustaining programs supporting the factory, including component EOL mitigation, quality improvement, and yield improvement.Cross-Functional Technical LeadershipBridge mechanical, electrical, embedded software, and metrology disciplines on shared problems.Translate metrology requirements (uncertainty, stability) into mechanical constraints, and back again.QualificationsBachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or a closely related engineering disciplineExtensive experience in mechanical, mechatronics, or electromechanical systems engineering, with a strong background in thermal systems design (refrigeration, heater systems)Precision mechanical design for thermal systems: tolerance stack-up, materials selection, sealing for thermal cyclingProficient with MCAD (e.g., Creo), ASME Y14.5 (GD&T), and DFX/DFMEASub-ambient refrigeration expertise: vapor-compression cycle design, low-GWP refrigerants, EEV controlExperience specifying thermal-loop control behavior clearly enough for firmware to implement and testDesiredThermal FEA simulation, CFD for convection, radiative heat transfer, gradient/uniformity characterizationExperience sustaining test/measurement/calibration products with long service lifetimesProven ability to lead technical direction across disciplines without direct managerial authorityFamiliarity with global compliance standards (CE, FCC, RoHS, IEC 61010)Metrology fluency (ITS-90, uncertainty budgeting, sensor behavior) sufficient to avoid mechanical decisions that corrupt measurementExperience with manufacturing scale-up, factory transitions, or supply chain strategyFortive Corporation OverviewFortive's essential technology makes the world safer and more productive. We accelerate transformation in high-impact fields like workplace safety, build environments, and healthcare.We are a global industrial technology innovator with a startup spirit. Our forward-looking companies lead the way in healthcare sterilization, industrial safety, predictive maintenance, and other mission-critical solutions. We're a force for progress, working alongside our customers and partners to solve challenges on a global scale, from workplace safety in the most demanding conditions to advanced technologies that help providers focus on exceptional patient care.We are a diverse team 10,000 strong, united by a dynamic, inclusive culture and energized by limitless learning and growth. We use the proven Fortive Business System (FBS) to accelerate our positive impact.At Fortive, we believe in you. We believe in your potential—your ability to learn, grow, and make a difference.At Fortive, we believe in us. We believe in the power of people working together to solve problems no one could solve alone.At Fortive, we believe in growth. We're honest about what's working and what isn't, and we never stop improving and innovating.Fortive: For you, for us, for growth.About FlukeFluke is leading the world in creating software, test tools and technology that will support customers today and in the future. We are a customer-obsessed market leader with a strong reputation for reliability, quality and safety.A wholly owned subsidiary of Fortive Corporation (www.fortive.com), Fluke is a global corporation headquartered in the greater Seattle area. Driven by the successful Fortive Business System, Fluke offers the passion of a startup with the resources of a Fortune 500 company. We are focused on the growth of our individual employees, teams and the Fluke brand.We Are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Fortive Corporation and all Fortive Companies are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristics protected by law. Fortive and all Fortive Companies are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment application process, please contact us at [e-mail] or EquityThis position is also eligible for bonus as part of the total compensation package.Pay RangeThe salary range for this position (in local currency) is 157,780.00 - 263,465.00Fluke is leading the world in creating software, test tools and technology that will support customers today and in the future. We are a customer-obsessed market leader with a strong reputation for reliability, quality and safety.A wholly owned subsidiary of Fortive Corporation (www.fortive.com), Fluke is a global corporation headquartered in the greater Seattle area. Driven by the successful Fortive Business System, Fluke offers the passion of a startup with the resources of a Fortune 500 company. We are focused on the growth of our individual employees, teams and the Fluke brand.We Are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Fortive Corporation and all Fortive Companies are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristics protected by law. Fortive and all Fortive Companies are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment application process, please contact us at [e-mail] salary range for this position (in local currency) is 157,780.00 - 263,465.00This position is also eligible for bonus as part of the total compensation package.