Mechanical Engineer 1

Saratech • Irvine, CA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

About the Opportunity: Saratech is seeking a Mechanical Engineer I to support the planning, design, and development of mechanically functioning equipment and processes. This role involves hands-on engineering work, drawing reviews, and collaboration with senior engineers on projects of simple to medium complexity. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, technically curious, and eager to grow within a structured engineering environment. This is a full-time position or part-time leading to full-time position located in Irvine, CA. Salary Range: Pay Grade 48 Qualifications and Experience:

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) from an accredited institution
• Experience designing mechanical components and subsystems
• Working knowledge of ASME Y14.5M geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T)
• Ability to work under close supervision on assignments of mild complexity
• US Citizenship Required
• Knowledge of drawing and drafting standards
• Understanding of applied thermodynamics and mechanical design principles

Nice To Haves

• Experience in military or aerospace equipment development is a strong plus
• Familiarity with military specifications, environmental specifications, and test specifications
• Exposure to electrical systems, electrical circuits, and control theory is a plus
• Hands-on experience with testing and hardware is desirable

Responsibilities

• Review drawings produced by Drafters and Designers for accuracy and compliance
• Design mechanical equipment, systems, and processes to meet project requirements
• Perform engineering calculations and analyses to validate design suitability
• Support assembly, repair, and testing of environmental control systems
• Assist senior engineers on projects of simple to medium complexity
• Under general supervision, manage responsibility for a secondary project or a portion of a larger project
• Provide technical direction to Drafters and Designers as needed
• Collaborate with team members across departments
• Prepare technical documentation and reports
• Present designs and technical concepts to peers, engineers, and customers
• Complies with all organizational policies and procedures
• Maintains strict confidentiality of all customer and/or employee information to assure customer and/or employee rights are protected
• Adheres to policies regarding notification of absence and PTO requests
• Attends all mandatory management and staff meetings
• Represents the organization in a respectful and professional manner
• Attend and comply with annual health, safety, training, and education requirements
• Adheres to dress code, appearance is neat and clean

Benefits

• Insurance : All full-time regular employees (and dependents) are eligible to get medical, dental, vision coverage. Employees also can buy up on benefits like FSA, HSA, Life insurance, long and short-term disability. Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
• Retirement Plan: All employees can enroll in the company's 401k with company matching.
• Paid Time Off: All full-time regular exempt employees are eligible for our Discretionary Time Off vacation policy after 90 days from their start date, Discretionary Time Off plan is a non-accrual plan for employees. All full-time regular non-exempt employees are eligible for our Paid Time Off Plan policy after 90 days, Paid Time Off plan is an 3.33 hours accrual per pay period for employees.
• Paid Holidays: All full-time employees will receive 8 paid holidays per year. Full-time non-exempt employees receive an extra floater holiday per year.
• Paid Sick Time: All full-time and part-time employees will receive 40 sick hours per year or minimum sick time required by the state.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees