Mechanical Engineering Lead

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical engineering activities across multiple projects, including design, development, and testing of complex mechanical systems, structural components, and equipment assemblies.
• Define engineering design requirements and ensure alignment with program objectives using Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) principles.
• Perform feasibility studies, prototype development, and design validation testing to ensure technical robustness.
• Oversee and contribute to detailed mechanical designs, engineering drawings, and manufacturing documentation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, technicians, and junior engineers to achieve project milestones and resolve technical challenges.
• Act as the technical authority for troubleshooting and resolving complex mechanical system issues.
• Drive design innovation to improve performance, maintainability, manufacturability, and reliability in harsh/rugged environments.
• Review, prepare, and approve technical documentation including engineering reports, test procedures, and variance analysis.
• Interface with program management to communicate technical risks, propose solutions, and ensure alignment with delivery objectives.
• Lead vendor technical evaluations and review procurement and supplier deliverables for compliance.
• Participate in and lead design reviews, ensuring adherence to engineering standards and best practices.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to building team technical capability.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field (Master’s preferred).
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in mechanical design, analysis, and testing.

Technical Skills

• Strong expertise in materials science and material selection for mechanical/structural systems.
• Proficiency in CAD tools such as SolidWorks, CATIA, or AutoCAD.
• Experience designing mechanical components including enclosures, mounts, multi-part assemblies, heat exchangers, and structural systems.
• Strong knowledge of thermal analysis, stress analysis, vibration, and fatigue analysis.
• Hands-on experience with manufacturing processes: machining, additive manufacturing, welding, and sheet metal fabrication.
• Ability to interpret mechanical and electro-mechanical drawings for system integration.

Additional Skills

• Experience leading cross-functional or multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Strong technical documentation skills (test plans, specifications, technical reports).
• Ability to manage technical risks and deliver within tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder presentation skills

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