Mechanical Engineer

About the Role

The Mechanical Engineer role focuses on researching, planning, analyzing, designing, and developing complex mechanical products such as ammunition handling systems, structures, gun systems, missile launchers, mechanisms, and related devices. The engineer performs technical analysis, testing, and evaluation of moderately complex engineering problems using specialized equipment and computer programs, ensuring designs comply with applicable engineering standards, military specifications, and product requirements.

Responsibilities

• Apply advanced knowledge of mechanical engineering and scientific principles to develop innovative solutions to complex technical problems in areas such as ammunition handling systems, structures, gun systems, missile launchers, and mechanical mechanisms.
• Provide technical leadership, consultation, and guidance to specialized engineering groups and other technical personnel, supporting cross-functional collaboration and project success.
• Conceptualize, create, and analyze mechanical designs to ensure engineering projects meet technical, cost, quality, and performance requirements.
• Perform technical analysis, testing, calculations, and evaluation of results using specialized equipment and by creating computer programs, models, or simulations to solve complex engineering problems.
• Analyze and interpret design specifications, drawings, documents, models, and test results to verify compliance with relevant engineering standards, military specifications, and product requirements.
• Develop, write, and revise technical documentation, including design reports and supporting materials, and provide input to technical papers or presentations.
• Research, prepare, and present technical presentations to customers and the technical community to enhance the organization’s reputation and demonstrate engineering capabilities.
• Initiate and maintain external contacts with key experts and officials at other companies, national laboratories, academic institutions, and government agencies to support technical collaboration and knowledge sharing.
• Prepare, present, and defend project technical results and recommendations to customers, and participate in formal technical reviews to ensure quality and alignment with requirements.
• Prepare technical and cost portions of proposals related to the mechanical engineering discipline and area of expertise.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant mechanical engineering disciplines, industry practices, trends, and applications, and advise leadership on new developments and potential programs.
• Maintain a safe work environment and ensure compliance with safety objectives, policies, and procedures.
• Share responsibility for professional self-development, working with the immediate supervisor to identify and pursue growth opportunities.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering (BS in ME).
• Minimum of 3+ years of experience using CAD modeling tools to create complex solid models, with strong proficiency in PTC Pro/E Wildfire and CREO.
• Minimum of 3+ years of concept and preliminary mechanical design experience.
• Hands-on experience with mechanical design and structural design, including sheet metal components and large structures.
• Proficiency with Pro-E and CREO for mechanical and structural design, including large assembly design and modeling.
• Ability to interpret and apply Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) principles in mechanical designs.
• Strong mechanical engineering fundamentals, including analysis of structures, mechanisms, and complex mechanical systems.
• Ability to perform technical analysis, calculations, and evaluation of test results using specialized tools and computer programs.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to prepare clear technical documentation and deliver technical presentations.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a team player in a multidisciplinary engineering environment.

Additional Qualifications

• Experience in large structures and large assembly design and modeling, preferably within military or Department of Defense (DoD) applications.
• Familiarity with industry and military standards and specifications relevant to mechanical systems and defense-related products.
• Experience preparing technical and cost portions of engineering proposals.
• Experience collaborating with external organizations such as national laboratories, academic institutions, or government agencies.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail when managing multiple design tasks and documentation requirements.
• Interest in continuous learning and staying current with emerging mechanical engineering technologies, tools, and industry trends.

Work Environment

The Mechanical Engineer works closely with other designers, drafters, and engineers in a professional office setting that supports collaboration and cross-functional communication. The role requires regular interaction with various internal groups to coordinate design activities, share technical information, and align on project objectives. Orientation takes place in the office, after which the position transitions to a hybrid work arrangement, with an expectation to be onsite for 40 hours over a two-week period. The environment emphasizes safety, adherence to engineering standards, and a culture of teamwork, technical excellence, and ongoing professional development.

This is a contract position based in Maple Grove, MN, and is fully onsite.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $55.00 per hour. Individual compensation offered within this range will depend on qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Benefits

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may include the following:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short- and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation, or Sick Leave)