Junior Mechanical Engineer

Halma plc•Santa Fe Springs, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Cosasco, a subsidiary of Halma plc, is seeking a detail-oriented and self-driven Mechanical Engineer to join their Engineering team in Santa Fe Springs, CA. This is a hands-on role focused on mechanical design, CAD management, engineering change control, and providing cross-functional support. The engineer will work on Cosasco’s hardware product lines, including high-pressure access fittings, chemical injection quills, and corrosion monitoring tools, and will contribute to compliance activities for standards such as ASME, ASTM, PED, and hazardous area certifications.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical / Materials / Industrial Engineering.
1–3 years of professional experience in a manufacturing or industrial engineering environment.
Knowledge in mechanical design using AutoCAD and/or Autodesk Inventor (2D drawings and 3D modeling).
Knowledge of ASME and ASTM standards as they apply to pressure equipment and materials.
Familiarity with PED 2014/68/EU compliance requirements and the documentation processes associated with CE marking.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, BOMs, and technical specifications.
Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple concurrent tasks.
Effective written and verbal communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.

Nice To Haves

Experience with ERP systems (Epicor) for BOM and work order management.
Background in oil and gas, petrochemical, or fluid handling equipment manufacturing.
Weld code practices experience, not essential but advantageous.
Familiarity with QMS environments operating under ISO 9001:2015.

Responsibilities

Maintain mechanical drawings and 3D models using AutoCAD and Autodesk Inventor, adhering to Cosasco drafting standards and GD&T practices.
Support the Engineering Request (ER) and Engineering Change Notice (ECN) process by reviewing check prints, confirming part numbers and revision levels, and verifying BOM accuracy following drawing release.
Develop and maintain technical documentation including drawings, specifications, and bill of materials (BOM) within the ERP system.
Perform and support General Arrangement Drawing (GAD) reviews per the Engineering GAD SOP, verifying connection definitions, envelope dimensions, and interface accuracy.
Support documentation activities related to pressure equipment compliance, including familiarization with PED 2014/68/EU requirements and how they apply to Cosasco’s product range.
Assist in preparing and organizing documentation packages for ASME and ASTM compliance, including gathering material certifications, test records, and relevant specifications as directed.
Support hazardous area certification activities by helping to compile and organize documentation for ATEX/IECEx submissions under engineer guidance.
Provide technical support to the Production team for manufacturing and fabrication queries, helping resolve job operation issues without unnecessary production delays.
Review and respond to technical queries (TQs) from the Sales and Customer Service teams, providing engineering input on product configuration, specifications, and customer application requirements.
Help review and organize procedure documentation (hydrostatic testing, NDE, PMI, painting) when customers submit comments, and support preparation of addendums as directed.
Support alternate supplier identification for standard components by researching options and compiling data for senior engineering review.
Assist in reviewing supplier drawings for basic conformance (correct part number, revision, key dimensions) before escalating to senior engineers for full technical approval.
Maintain and update Jira tickets, track open actions, and help coordinate follow-ups ahead of weekly engineering review meetings.
Keep engineering records, drawing files, and documentation organized within the ERP and document control systems in accordance with the Cosasco QMS.
Support material traceability and procurement activities in alignment with the Cosasco QMS and ASTM/ASME material requirements.
Support various areas of the business as needed, demonstrating flexibility and a collaborative approach.