Mechanical Design Engineer II

Advanced Technology Group•Westminster, CO

1d•$95,000 - $107,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Mechanical Design Engineer II provides engineering analysis, design, and fabrication support for technical projects in a manufacturing and collaborative team environment. The role performs project engineering activities involving planning, directing, and testing products and projects; analyzes complex customer specifications and applicable industry standards; and develops technical calculations and documentation under the company’s NQA-1 quality systems. The engineer also develops creative approaches to novel project requirements. The position is full-time onsite during the initial training period. After training, it transitions to a hybrid arrangement, with remote work flexibility and regular onsite collaboration with internal teams and customers as business needs require. Travel to customer facilities may be required, potentially for weeks at a time, for installation and testing.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution.
3–7+ years of experience, as stated in the education and experience section.
Strong machine design and/or stainless-steel sheet metal design experience.
Well-rounded background in core mechanical engineering concepts.
Ability to write technical reports, correspondence, procedures, processes, and process documents.
Ability to present information effectively to customers, clients, and employees in one-on-one and small-group settings.
Ability to coordinate and communicate with outside suppliers.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex calculations, specifications, code requirements, and procedure manuals.
In-depth knowledge of fundamental scientific mechanical engineering concepts, phenomena, and relationships.
Knowledge of developing and deriving formulas and relationships, underlying assumptions, and limitations and applicability of established mechanical engineering principles, methods, and techniques.
Strong computer knowledge and familiarity with Microsoft Office and drafting/modeling software such as SolidWorks, PRO/E, or AutoCAD.
Ability to apply logical or scientific thinking to intellectual and practical problems, interpret formulas and scientific equations, and work with abstract and concrete variables.
Must be a U.S. citizen. The employer states it cannot sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa.
Ability to meet the described physical demands, with reasonable accommodation where applicable.

Nice To Haves

Strong manufacturing/DFM/DFA background.
Familiarity or experience with the Nuclear Quality Assurance (NQA-1) standard.
Familiarity or experience with nuclear glovebox, pharmaceutical isolator, or pressure vessel design.
SolidWorks proficiency is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Create or interpret specifications, data sheets, process flow diagrams, 3D models, 2D drawings, and P&IDs.
Develop 3D models, drawings, and detailed manufacturing plans.
Prepare and check calculations to verify designs against requirements.
Participate in technical reviews and project status meetings and potentially act as technical lead.
Coordinate with manufacturing and apply reference standards to incorporate design for manufacturing and assembly (DFM/DFA).
Keep current with design practices, skills, and industry best practices, and share knowledge.
Develop standard part, assembly, and product design documentation.
Prepare project-related design deliverables and NQA-1 documentation as needed.
Develop conformance documentation, including testing documents, manuals, and plans.
Prepare technical submittal documents for quality tracking requirements.
Assist with or write design change notices, deviation requests, and non-conformance reports.
Work with project teams and customers to ensure products conform to customer requirements and meet customer needs.
Plan job-related design activities, including schedule milestones, review points, and deadlines.
Specify and quote complex or non-stock items to support procurement.
Develop Production Travelers using software tools, shop drawings, and weld maps for fabrication.
Support production staff during project fabrication.
Perform or oversee factory and site acceptance testing, including travel to customer facilities.
Assist with engineering overhead activities, including bid support and estimating, CAD administration, engineering standards development, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Potentially lead a team of engineers in project design, planning, and execution.
Potentially conduct team, group, or individual training on standards or best practices.
Travel for project installation and testing and assist physically with installation and testing activities as required.