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Mechanical Design Engineer

Troy, MI 48084

Posted: 05/08/2025 Employment Type: Contract Industry: Engineering Job Number: 43155 Pay Rate: 50.00

Job Description

We are looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer with a broad engineering skillset, strong work habits, and a passion for hands-on project involvement.  Qualified candidates will have an opportunity to support military ground vehicle projects with design and release responsibilities mechanical components and subsystems. 

These responsibilities include the application of engineering principles to generate designs, solve complex problems, and support the build, test and production of various projects.  These projects also include the updating of legacy designs to resolve obsolescence issues and enable an efficient manufacturing process.

The primary areas of focus for this role include seating, battery enclosures, steering & braking controls, shock/vibration isolation, stowage, lighting, and electro-mechanical actuators, but could include other mechanical systems as needed.  Our ideal candidate is also eager to learn, able to tackle challenging projects with minimal supervision, and enthusiastic about their work.

Responsibilities
  • Developing and integrating components per derived requirements including human factors, safety, environmental, ballistic and mine blast requirements.
  • Applying your knowledge regarding the mechanics of materials, material selection, welding, and fabrication principles for mechanical components and complex welded brackets, mounting provisions.
  • Directing and coordinating CAD model and drawing development.
  • Ensuring analysis is performed as it relates to the design, development, and implementation of components within your area of responsibility.
  • Providing support to prototype, production, and sustainment vehicle efforts in addition to technical corrective action formulation, troubleshooting and redesign activities.
  • Updating legacy designs to address obsolescence issues and enable efficient manufacturing of complex and robust systems.
  • Working with other members of the organization to ensure the product meets requirements and meets their obligations to our customers.
  • Perform other duties as assigned. 

Qualifications
  • Bachelor of Science Degree from an ABET accredited institution in Mechanical, Electrical,  Mechatronics, or other related field.
  • 3-5 years of experience in related roles, with an emphasis on mechatronics or electro-mechanical components.
  • Experience with designing, developing and testing electro-mechanical systems
  • Experience creating fabrication drawings and familiarity with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
  • Demonstrates an understanding of mechanical engineering principles.
  • Solid modeling experience with NX or Creo.
  • Practical knowledge of Teamcenter and Vis Mockup.
  • Prior involvement in root cause and corrective action activities.
  • Must be highly motivated and have excellent problem-solving skills.
  • Must demonstrate strong organizational skills and the ability to work on multiple tasks concurrently with changing deadlines and priorities.
Additional Requriements:    
  • Previous experience working on ground combat vehicles.
  • Prior training in the application of GD&T.
  • A background in structured problem solving techniques.
  • Experience supporting prototype and/or production build activities.
  • Able to bring continuous improvement processes and methodologies to the position. 
  • Must be able to work occasional evening and/or weekend overtime as required.
  • Ability to travel up to 10% to other facilities and military installations if needed.
  • This position may require the candidate to be able to climb on/off, work in, and work around military vehicles.
  • Must be able to pass ASR test (Anthropometric Size Requirement for confined space).
  • This position will require eligibility to obtain a US security clearance. (Non-US Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance).

 

Meet Your Recruiter

John Sabbagh
Recruiting Manager

John Sabbagh has over 10 years of recruiting experience. Starting his career as an Entry Level Recruiter at Panther, our candidates find him genuine and great resource to their career search!

Fun Fact: John is a sports fanatic, he plays in horseshoe and cornhole leagues and loves fantasy football.

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