Mechanical Engineer - Advanced Program Pursuits

Reports to: Manager, Engineering
Department: Engineering
Work Model: Full-time, On-site – No Travel Required
Schedule: Monday – Friday 8am-5pm

About the Role

The Mechanical Engineer – Advanced Program Pursuits will support Crystal Group’s Advanced Program Pursuits team in developing innovative mechanical solutions for new and emerging customer opportunities. This position is responsible for the design, development, analysis, and verification of mechanical components and assemblies, including sheet-metal and machined-metal parts, while applying mechanical engineering principles to integrate mechanical and electrical components into complete systems. The role supports early-stage concepts, customer-driven requirements, rapid design efforts, prototypes, and technical evaluations, collaborating closely with Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Sales, Manufacturing, and other cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Support Advanced Program Pursuits by translating customer requirements, concepts, and technical objectives into viable mechanical designs and solutions.
• Develop mechanical concepts, models, drawings, and assemblies for new and emerging product opportunities, including sheet-metal and machined-metal components.
• Assist in researching, designing, evaluating, and selecting mechanical systems, components, materials, and processes for new product concepts and customer applications.
• Maintain a basic understanding of metal parts machining, fabrication, and assembly processes.
• Recommend the proper procedures, processes, templates, and tools to correctly perform assigned tasks.
• Provide technical assistance for building and testing new products and systems.
• Support rapid concept development and prototyping efforts to evaluate feasibility and performance of proposed solutions.
• Provide basic troubleshooting support for products in Manufacturing and Technical Services.
• Review mechanical drawings and designs to ensure adherence to established specifications and standards.
• Provide basic component-level review and in-depth troubleshooting support for products in Manufacturing, in the field, and for Sales department assistance.
• Assist the systems team in researching, designing, and evaluating systems and/or processes to meet customer requirements.
• Write mechanical performance requirements for product development or engineering projects.
• Perform detailed mechanical or fluid calculations to compute and establish manufacturing standards or specifications.
• Utilize engineering theory and simulation models to assess feasibility, sustainability, and operating condition effects.
• Compile data and write reports regarding existing or potential mechanical engineering studies or projects.

Requirements

• Must be a US Person (US Citizen, person granted US Permanent Resident Card, or any individual granted status as a "protected person”).
• Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical engineering or related field required, or at least 10+ years of Mechanical Engineering experience in lieu of a degree.

Skills

• Basic knowledge of 3D modeling techniques.
• Ability to translate high-level or evolving customer requirements into practical mechanical concepts and designs.
• Familiar with Finite Element Analysis and computational fluid dynamics.
• Familiar with Computer Numerical Control design requirements.
• Basic knowledge of computer hardware and systems integration.
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic knowledge of mechanical component industry standards.
• Basic understanding of commonly practiced concepts related to Mechanical Engineering theory.
• Works well both independently and in a team environment; willing to change priorities as needed.
• Multitasking skills, including the ability to work across multiple software platforms.
• Use hand tools (caliper, micrometer, feeler gauge, fluid pressure meter, infrared thermal cameras, etc.).
• Inspect and troubleshoot computer-related hardware components at an assembly level.
• Ability to use various software programs related to engineering theory (AutoDesk Inventor, AutoCAD, Ansys simulation software).
• Create, read, and compare technical data sheets.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3+ years of mechanical component design or manufacturing experience.
• 3+ years of CAD software-related work.
• Extensive knowledge of computer equipment (PC, firewall, switch, data acquisition systems, UPS, server rack equipment, etc.).
• Basic knowledge of harsh mechanical environments.

Working Conditions

Work is primarily performed in an office environment. Occasional exposure to manufacturing floor and testing environments. May require lifting up to 25 lbs and standing for extended periods during product testing.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Wellness programs.
• Participation in Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• On-site gym.