Enterprise Solutions Engineer - Mechanical

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated Mechanical Enterprise Solutions Engineer who thrives in fast-paced, customer-driven environments and takes ownership of complex technical challenges from concept through deployment.

Key Responsibilities

• Customer-Facing Leadership
  Lead technical engagements with customers to define requirements and develop tailored solutions
  Act as a technical advisor during pre-sales activities, including solution development, feasibility analysis, and technical presentations
  Translate customer challenges into clear engineering problems and executable solutions

• System Design & Engineering Execution
  Closely collaborate with optical engineers to design and develop optomechanical systems incorporating optics, sensors, lasers, imaging components, and precision assemblies
  Apply strong fundamentals in alignment, stability, thermal effects, and vibration control
  Perform tolerance analysis, thermal analysis, and structural evaluations to ensure system performance
  Translate requirements into detailed engineering drawings, specifications, and documentation

• Delivery & Problem Solving
  Support prototyping, testing, and validation of systems and assemblies
  Troubleshoot field issues related to alignment, performance, and system stability
  Drive root-cause analysis and implement corrective actions quickly and effectively
  Collaborate cross-functionally (sales, manufacturing, applications) to ensure successful project delivery

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline

• 5+ years of experience in mechanical design with exposure to optical or precision systems

• Hands-on experience with optomechanical design principles (alignment, stability, thermal behavior)

• Proficiency in CAD tools (SolidWorks, Creo, or similar)

• Strong understanding of tight tolerances, precision machining, and materials selection

• Demonstrated ability to drive projects from concept through implementation

• Prominent track record of solving complex technical problems with limited direction

• Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment

• Bias for action and ability to make decisions under uncertainty

• Proactive problem solver who anticipates challenges and addresses them early

• Effective communicator across technical and non-technical audiences

• Detail-oriented with a focus on performance, reliability, and manufacturability

Preferred Experience

• With optical systems (imaging, lasers, photonics, or metrology equipment)

• Familiarity with optical alignment techniques and tools

• Knowledge of GD&T, tolerance stack-ups, and precision engineering best practices

• Experience in semiconductor, photonics, medical devices, or advanced manufacturing industries

• Exposure to simulation tools (thermal, structural, vibration)

• Project or solutions engineering experience

Work Environment & Expectations

• This role operates in a fast-paced, high-visibility environment where engineers are expected to take initiative, communicate clearly, and deliver results with a high degree of autonomy.

• Success requires balancing customer needs, engineering constraints, and business objectives while maintaining a strong commitment to quality and execution.

• Required travel to support customer engagements and industry activities is >25%

Total Rewards

The compensation range for this position is $88,200.00 - $132,200.00, depending on experience.

Attention Applicants

If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, please let us know. Likewise, if you are limited in the ability to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, we will determine an alternate way for you to apply. Please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at lfcareers@idexcorp.com for assistance with an accommodation.