Sr. Mechanical Engineer

About the Role

Continental Electronics Corporation (CEC) is a leading provider of RF technologies and innovative solutions with 80 years of proven performance. As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you will serve as a senior-level individual contributor and technical expert for assigned mechanical and electro-mechanical products and systems. This role involves product design, cross-functional alignment, progress communication, and issue escalation. You will act as the mechanical technology owner for product development.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate mechanical and electromechanical systems by designing and conducting research programs, applying principles of mechanics, thermodynamics, hydraulics, heat transfer, and materials.
• Confirm system and product capabilities through feasibility studies, testing methods, and property analysis.
• Develop mechanical and electromechanical products by studying customer requirements, researching manufacturing methods, testing materials, and soliciting operator feedback.
• Design and modify equipment for fabricating, building, assembling, and installing components to improve manufacturing processes.
• Assure system and product quality by designing testing methods, evaluating finished products, and confirming fabrication and installation processes.
• Prepare technical reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
• Maintain product and company reputation by complying with government regulations.
• Maintain system and product databases by writing computer programs and entering data.
• Interface with cross-functional teams (Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Technicians) to ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to less experienced engineers, designers, technicians, and team members.
• Proficiently use industry-standard simulation and analysis software (e.g., FEA, CFD) to solve complex problems.
• Communicate effectively across functional boundaries to achieve common goals within a broader program team.
• Uphold company core values: Integrity, Innovation, Accountability, and Teamwork.
• Report quality problems or defects to management for corrective action.
• Perform duties as assigned or modified to meet business needs.

Requirements

• BS in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in mechanical design and analysis.
• Expertise in advanced solid modeling with proficiency in creating complex geometric models (Autodesk Inventor preferred).
• Experience with drafting principles and Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) per ASME Y14.5.
• Proven technical writing skills for clear, concise engineering documentation.
• Advanced understanding of heat transfer, strength of materials, and materials selection methodologies.
• Ability to perform thermal and structural analysis using industry tools (FEA & CFD).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government-issued Secret security clearance.

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to sit; frequently required to walk, use hands, reach with hands and arms, talk, or hear.
• Occasionally required to stand.
• Frequently lift or move objects up to 10 pounds; occasionally lift or move objects up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required: close vision, distance vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Pay

Annual base salary may range from $107,000 to $153,000. Final compensation will be determined based on job level, geographic location, experience, skills, education, and market considerations.

Benefits

• Eligibility for long-term incentives, discretionary bonuses, and discounted company stock through the Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP).
• Comprehensive health plans, 401(k) retirement plan, and health savings account.
• Disability insurance, life insurance, and AD&D insurance.
• Leave of absence programs and an array of voluntary benefits.
• Paid time off for vacation, holidays, bereavement, and jury duty.
• Flexible time-off for full-time salaried employees.