Design Engineer II

Air Squared Manufacturing • Thornton, CO

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About The Position

Air Squared Manufacturing, LLC is seeking a Design Engineer II to join its growing team and support several new product development programs. The company manufactures scroll-type compressors, vacuum pumps, and expanders for the medical, aerospace, fuel cell, and power generation industries. This role focuses on the design, analysis, and prototyping of customized scroll compressors and vacuum pumps. The engineer will take technical ownership of design work, support design for manufacturability, and help ensure products meet specifications for size, performance, lifespan, and reliability.

The position is full-time and exempt, based in Thornton, Colorado. The pay range is $85,000–$100,000 per year, based on qualifications and experience. Occasional travel may be required, and overtime availability is needed as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience.
• At least 3 years of mechanical design engineering experience.
• Experience with SolidWorks 3D modeling and drawings.
• Proficiency in GD&T principles.
• Experience with SolidWorks Simulation (FEA and CFD) or similar tools.
• Knowledge of common manufacturing processes, including machining, casting, and coatings.

Nice To Haves

• Background in the automotive, aerospace, or medical industries.
• Familiarity with industry-specific design standards.
• Experience with rotating machinery, compressors, or vacuum pumps.
• Experience leading full product lifecycle projects.

Responsibilities

• Take technical ownership of new product designs from concept through prototype and release.
• Design detailed 3D models and fabrication drawings using SolidWorks.
• Use CFD to optimize cooling, pressure drop, and heat rejection.
• Perform FEA and engineering calculations to verify strength, deflection, and bearing life.
• Select and specify hardware components such as bearings, couplings, fasteners, and O-rings.
• Estimate performance during the design phase and validate it through testing.
• Support in-house and external machine shops with design and dimensional inquiries.
• Independently develop complex components and assemblies.
• Assist with prototype testing and troubleshooting.
• Occasionally assist with hands-on assembly; most builds are handled by lab technicians.
• Mentor and train entry-level engineers and interns.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health insurance through Cigna, including an optional HSA plan with a $10 per-pay-period match.
• Dental and vision insurance.
• Long-term disability insurance paid by the employer.
• Group and voluntary life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Safety shoe allowance.
• Three weeks of PTO accrual and paid holidays.
• Parental leave.
• Educational reimbursement.
• Quarterly catered company lunches.
• Company summer picnic for employees and their families.
• Department activities budget.
• Company happy hours, trivia night, and other activities.
• Casual dress code.
• Employee referral program.
• Employee recognition awards.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level