Mechanical Engineer

Trimble•Dayton, OH

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Drive Innovation as our Next Mechanical Design Engineer (Inertial Sensors)! Ready to shape the future of machine automation and heavy industries? We are looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to architect, implement, and validate cutting-edge inertial sensor technology that directly guides massive earthmoving and paving machines across the globe. About Us Trimble is a global technology company that connects the physical and digital worlds, transforming the ways work gets done. With relentless innovation in precise positioning, modeling and data analytics, Trimble enables essential industries including construction, geospatial and transportation. Whether it's helping customers build and maintain infrastructure, design and construct buildings, optimize global supply chains or map the world, Trimble is at the forefront, driving productivity and progress. Field Systems: The Trimble Field Systems segment provides solutions to increase precision and productivity in construction tasks by empowering stakeholders to collect accurate information and manage conditions with cutting-edge technology. Caterpillar Trimble Control Technologies (CTCT) is a joint venture under our Field Systems Segment here at Trimble. CTCT develops advanced machine control, guidance, and positioning systems for the heavy construction, earthmoving, and mining industries. By combining Trimble's precision positioning technologies (like GNSS/GPS, lasers, optics, and sonics) with Caterpillar’s heavy machinery expertise, CTCT builds software and hardware that automates and optimizes equipment operations. The core focus of CTCT is Grade Control Solutions (such as the Cat Grade 3D and Trimble Earthworks platforms). These systems give machine operators precise, real-time vertical and horizontal guidance inside the cab, allowing bulldozers, excavators, scrapers, and graders to cut, fill, and level earth to exact 3D design specifications. What Makes This Role Great In this role, you will own the mechanical architecture of high-precision Inertial Measurement Units (IMUs) from early concept through high-volume production, creating robust designs that withstand the most demanding construction environments. Working within a high-impact joint venture between two industry giants, your mechanical innovations will directly control and automate heavy machinery worldwide.

Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
5+ years of experience in new product design and development, specifically within rugged product sectors like automotive or sensors.
Hands-on design experience with diverse fabrication methods, including injection-molded plastics, sheet metal, and cast metal components.
Skilled in digital simulation methodologies and tools, covering FEA, Moldflow, structural, and thermal analysis.
Strong understanding of product lifecycle management (PLM) and robust change management procedures.

Nice To Haves

Dedicated experience in sensor mechanical design.
Proficiency in 3D CAD modeling, specifically utilizing PTC Creo.
Deep experience troubleshooting mechanical failures in bolted joints, dynamic seals, gaskets, and moisture ingress.
Familiarity with random vibration and shock concepts, incorporating them into dynamic simulation workflows.
Experience with Matlab and designing mechanical components for Functional Safety standards.

Responsibilities

Architect and develop mechanical concepts for next-generation Inertial Sensors (IMUs), translating product requirements into clear mechanical specifications.
Lead new product designs completely from concept through production, managing the mechanical BOM and identifying Key Product Characteristics.
Conduct rigorous design analyses and generate technical documentation, including DFMEAs, finite element analysis (FEA), and precision tolerance stack-ups.
Design, direct, and oversee comprehensive validation testing to ensure structural and environmental performance meets strict survival criteria.
Coordinate cross-functional teams, lead design reviews, and deliver impactful technical presentations to customers and internal stakeholders.