Senior Mechanical Engineer
SkyWater is partnering with a growing engineering firm in the Minneapolis area who’s looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join their team! This person will have the opportunity to work on one-of-a-kind projects from concept through installation. The Senior Mechanical Engineer will design complex, mechanized structures for clients across a variety of industries (entertainment, aerospace / defense, etc.) and will work on projects across the United States. Our client is a growing small business that has built a strong reputation for engineering excellence and custom solutions in their industry. They’re offering a generous compensation package (base + profit-sharing bonus), comprehensive benefits package, career growth opportunities, and a collaborative work environment where your work truly makes an impact on their business.
Responsibilities
- Perform mechanical design work including detailed calculations, component selection, and development of custom assemblies (drive systems, gears, linear & rotary motion components, structural weldments, etc.).
- Engage in design reviews and technical meetings with external project stakeholders.
- Oversee prototype development and testing activities.
- Partner with cross-functional teams on design projects (engineering teams, purchasing/procurement, manufacturing, etc.).
- Identify opportunities to improve product designs and work with leadership to make these improvements.
- Occasional travel to project sites (mainly domestic and around 10% travel).
- Other duties as assigned.
Desired Skills and Experience
- Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field of study.
- 5+ years of experience in mechanical engineering, design engineering, project engineering or a related engineering position(s).
- Experience designing large, custom mechanical equipment is preferred.
- Experience with SolidWorks or similar CAD software.
- Strong communication skills (both written & verbal).
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