Overview • Lead the design and development of advanced mechanical systems, ensuring reliability and performance in challenging environments. • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate mechanical, electrical, and software components seamlessly. • Perform and oversee simulations, including FEA, thermal, and vibration analyses, to optimize designs. • Guide prototype development and ensure designs meet production and regulatory standards. • Develop comprehensive documentation, including design specifications, simulation reports, and validation protocols. • Mentor engineering teams to enhance technical capabilities and foster innovation. • Identify and mitigate mechanical risks through proactive design reviews and strategies. • Contribute to the continuous improvement of mechanical engineering practices and standards. Key Responsibilities & Duties • Develop and validate mechanical architectures for high-reliability systems in compliance with industry standards. • Conduct advanced simulations to predict and address potential failure modes effectively. • Ensure electromechanical integration aligns with system requirements and enhances performance. • Lead structural qualification and environmental testing to validate product durability. • Collaborate with manufacturing teams to ensure designs are production-ready and cost-effective. • Promote Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Reliability (DFR) principles throughout development. • Mentor and support engineering teams, fostering a culture of technical excellence. • Conduct and lead cross-functional design reviews to ensure project success. Job Requirements • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering; advanced degrees preferred. • 10+ years of experience in mechanical design for high-reliability systems. • Proficiency in simulation tools like ANSYS or SolidWorks Simulation for structural and thermal analyses. • Expertise in 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks, CATIA, or Creo. • Strong understanding of MIL-STD-810 standards and electromechanical integration. • Experience with prototype development and advanced manufacturing techniques. • Solid foundation in fluid dynamics, thermal management, and heat transfer principles. • Proven leadership in cross-functional teams and high-stakes design decisions.