Role: Mechanical Design Engineer

Location: Portland, Maine

Salary: $120,000

About the Company:

Our client is a leading engineering and product development firm specializing in cutting-edge mechanical and electro-mechanical solutions. Their expertise spans across multiple industries, including medical devices, automotive accessibility products, and industrial/military applications. With a strong commitment to innovation, they design and manufacture custom solutions that meet the unique needs of their clients, from initial concept through production.

Position Overview:

As a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, you will take a leadership role in the design and development of mechanical and electro-mechanical systems. You will work on new product development and enhancements to existing products, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality and manufacturable designs. This role requires a balance between hands-on prototyping, CAD design, and project leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the mechanical design process, working closely with electrical and software engineers to develop integrated product solutions.
• Design enclosures and packaging for electro-mechanical systems, including PCB integration.
• Develop designs using various materials such as plastics, aluminum, stainless steel, and advanced 3D printing materials.
• Select appropriate manufacturing methods, including machining, sheet metal fabrication, plastic injection molding, welding, and casting.
• Generate engineering documentation, including CAD models, drawings, Bills-of-Materials (BOMs), and Engineering Change Requests (ECRs), in accordance with industry standards.
• Apply ASME Y14 drafting standards and GD&T principles to ensure precise and manufacturable designs.
• Conduct tolerance stack-up analysis to validate design feasibility.
• Design products for both low-volume and high-rate production environments.
• Implement Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA) methodologies.
• Work on usability, reliability, experimental design, testing, verification, and validation of mechanical systems.
• Utilize 3D printing technology to accelerate prototyping and product development.
• Perform CAD and FEA simulations to evaluate and optimize designs.
• Conduct technical design reviews and ensure compliance with relevant industry regulations.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Strong self-motivation with the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail with strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on experience.
• Effective collaboration and communication skills across engineering disciplines.
• Preferred experience with industrial 3D printing technology.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum 10+ years of design engineering experience, preferably in electro-mechanical systems, medical devices, or test fixture design.
• Proficiency in SOLIDWORKS or equivalent 3D CAD software for modeling, assemblies, and detailed drawings.
• Experience with SOLIDWORKS PDM Vault is preferred.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements such as FDA, UL, IEC, ISTA, etc., is a plus.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance with low deductibles
• Disability and life insurance coverage
• Dental and vision insurance plans
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching after one year of service
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education
• Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care expenses
• On-site fitness center
• Wellness program with cash incentives

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced mechanical design engineer to contribute to the development of innovative and high-impact products. If you have a passion for mechanical engineering and enjoy tackling complex design challenges, we encourage you to apply.