Mechanical Engineer

About the role

AMETEK SFMS is seeking a highly collaborative problem-solver with a natural curiosity about mechanical and electrical devices to join our team as a Mechanical Engineer in Wilmington, MA. This position specializes in the development of aerospace components, including temperature sensors, speed sensors, air flow sensors, and interconnecting cables. The role involves working within a global, multi-site business unit that designs and manufactures highly engineered sensors and fluid management systems for aerospace applications.

Responsibilities

• Design, manufacture, test, and certify electromechanical sensing devices such as RTDs, thermocouples, speed sensors, and cables.
• Develop new technologies to sustain competitive advantage while collaborating in a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Create 3D models using SolidWorks, specifying materials and assembly methods.
• Generate and issue technical documentation, including design reports, FMEAs, test procedures, and test reports.
• Perform structural, thermal, fatigue, and dimensional analyses using hand calculations and Finite Element Analysis (FEA).
• Review customer and industry specifications to support bid, proposal, and product design processes.
• Integrate design for six sigma, reliability, and manufacturability into product designs while meeting customer performance and schedule objectives.
• Apply expertise in designing for severe vibration and thermal environments.
• Utilize AI tools to improve productivity, decision-making, work quality, and cost reduction, while critically evaluating AI-generated outputs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (required).
• 7+ years of experience designing electromechanical sensing devices in a regulated industry (e.g., aerospace, defense, automotive, or medical).
• Proficiency with geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
• Experience with aerospace components and standards (preferred).
• Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal skills, with strong analytical tool proficiency, including FEA.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks (version 2020 or later).
• Hands-on capability in a workplace setting.
• Ability to function as an individual contributor, team member, and leader simultaneously.
• Organized, analytical, and adaptable problem-solving skills.
• Strong collaboration and assertiveness with a team-player attitude.
• Ability to work under pressure, multitask, and meet deadlines while adapting to changing priorities.
• Computer skills including Word, Excel, SolidWorks, and familiarity with PLM/PDM software (ARAS Innovator preferred).
• Legal right to work in the U.S. and authorization to access export-controlled information and source code.

Pay

Salary range: $90,000 – $110,000 USD (salaried position). The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market considerations, and geographic location.

Benefits

AMETEK offers competitive benefits. For more information, visit AMETEK's careers page.