Mechanical Design Engineer II

About the role

We fuse technology and engineering to provide product development solutions to customers in a diverse range of industries. Widely recognized for providing engineering, testing, prototype, and manufacturing services to the transportation industry, Roush also provides significant support to the aerospace, defense, and theme park industries. With over 2,400 employees in facilities throughout the United States, Europe, Asia, and South America, our unique combination of creativity and tenacity activates big ideas on a global stage.

The Mechanical Design Engineer II is a broad role that requires working on a variety of engineering programs. The role works on projects for large and small customers to meet the customers' timelines. The Mechanical Design Engineer II works in a team environment to understand each customer’s unique needs and mentors and oversees team members' technical deliverables to ensure Roush and customer standards are met.

Responsibilities

• Translate customer needs to design requirements and to feasible design concepts and apply relevant engineering analysis to design components and subsystems
• Design and evolve mechanical systems from concept to prototype level
• Manage CAD resources to develop 3D models and 2D prints
• Conduct hardware development tasks including testing
• Utilize Computer Aided Engineering resources to validate designs analytically
• Document & report status internally and externally to customers
• Provide leadership, guidance, coaching, and technical support to team members
• Work hands-on in a mechanical environment

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
• Must be a US citizen or US lawful permanent resident allowing for ITAR compliance
• Minimum 2 years of experience in automotive, aerospace, or related industry experience
• Advanced knowledge of mechanical systems, specifically modern powertrain operation (both ICE and EV systems), and a strong interest in all things mechanical
• Hands-on troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. Ability to provide solutions to complex problems outside your comfort zone in a timely and cost-effective manner
• Experienced and skilled in the development, use, and maintenance of DFMEAs (Design Failure Mode and Effect Analysis), DVP&Rs (Design Verification Plan & Reports/Failure Mode), DFM (Design for Manufacturing), and FEA (Finite Element Analysis)
• Ability to work on multiple programs at once
• Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite
• Superb verbal and written communication skills with the ability to convey complex technical data to various audiences
• Able to perform effectively in a team environment

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
• Simulation experience (FEA, physics-based modeling or similar)
• Hands-on ICE, hybrid, and/or electric vehicle development experience

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Earned sick time
• Short-term and long-term disability
• 401K
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid vacation
• Paid holidays