US - Principal Mechanical Design Engineer

manpowe; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 114,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

HSA/FSA

Life Insurance

Disability Coverage

401(k) with Match

Weekly Pay

Job summary

ManpowerGroup's client in Phoenix, AZ seeks a Principal Mechanical Design Engineer to lead rotor dynamics and mechanical design for aerospace rotating systems, including fans, compressors, and turbines.

You will perform critical speed analysis, use ANSYS tools, and mentor engineering teams through the product lifecycle. This temporary assignment requires a strong track record in aerospace design and leadership.

Qualifications

• Needs rotor dynamics and mechanical design experience in aerospace or similar industries.
• At least 10 years conducting rotor dynamics analyses.
• Experience leading design reviews and engineering teams.
• Familiarity with PLM tools and aerospace standards is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design and rotor dynamics analysis for aerospace rotating systems.
• Perform critical speed analysis, Campbell diagrams, and imbalance predictions.
• Utilize ANSYS APDL, ANSYS Workbench, and 1D Beam-based FEA for design support.
• Lead design reviews, risk assessments, and mentorship across teams.
• Manage complex projects and collaborate across the product lifecycle.

Skills

Rotor dynamics

Mechanical design

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

ANSYS APDL

ANSYS Workbench

1D Beam-based FEA

Job description

US - Principal Mechanical Design Engineer

Phoenix, AZ 85034

Contract: Temporary

Job Title: Principal Mechanical Design Engineer
Location: Phoenix, AZ
Pay Range: $83.00 - $95.00/hour

What’s the Job?

• Lead mechanical design and rotor dynamics analysis for aerospace rotating systems, including fans, compressors, and turbines.
• Perform critical speed analysis, whirl speed mapping (Campbell diagrams), and imbalance response predictions including displacement, force, and moment evaluations.
• Utilize ANSYS APDL, ANSYS Workbench, and 1D Beam-based FEA techniques to support component and system design.
• Lead design reviews, conduct risk assessments, and provide technical mentorship to engineering teams.
• Manage complex mechanical design projects while collaborating with cross-functional engineering teams throughout the product lifecycle.

What’s Needed?

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical field.
• Extensive experience in rotor dynamics and mechanical design engineering within aerospace or related industries, including at least 10 years conducting rotor dynamics analyses.
• Proficiency with FEA software such as ANSYS APDL and/or ANSYS Workbench, including 1D Beam-based FEA techniques.
• Strong expertise in rotor dynamics, shafting structural analyses, and rotating equipment behavior.
• Proven leadership experience leading aerospace mechanical design projects, design reviews, and engineering teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong problem-solving skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Familiarity with systems engineering principles and cross-functional collaboration.
• Experience with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) tools and aerospace certification processes.
• Knowledge of aerospace materials, manufacturing processes, and standards such as AS9100 and MIL-STD.
• Experience with design for manufacturability, tolerance analysis, and mechanical testing methodologies.

Benefits (After Eligibility Period)

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance & Disability Coverage
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Weekly Pay

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis and Talent Solutions

Our client, a leading aerospace and defense technology organization, is seeking a Principal Mechanical Design Engineerto join their team. You will be part of the Engineering Department supporting advanced aerospace propulsion and rotating machinery programs. The ideal candidate will have strong problem-solving skills, leadership capabilities, and attention to detail, which will align successfully in the organization.