Mechanical Engineer I-Applications

HUSSEY SEATING COMPANY•North Berwick, ME

22h•$77,200 - $108,900

About The Position

Hussey Seating Company seeks a hands-on Mechanical Engineer or Civil/Structural Engineer to design customer-specific seating equipment for spectator venues. The role focuses on developing well-designed, manufacturable, cost-effective solutions for telescopic and chair seating products. The engineer may lead or support several projects at different lifecycle stages and may own a project from sale through installation. Success requires identifying work quickly, planning effectively, delivering high-quality results, finding creative solutions, and collaborating across departments. Hussey provides in-depth training and supports continued learning and career growth. The engineer works with project managers, architects, and general contractors to gather information for detailed design and engineering. The role involves site visits for 3D scans and measurements, designing seating solutions to fit building spaces, analyzing platform structures, prototyping and testing designs, and producing drawings and installation documentation. The engineer also provides guidance during manufacturing and technical support during installation, including occasional site travel. The position supports continuous improvement by identifying and implementing ideas to reduce waste, improve production capabilities, and enhance performance. Hussey Seating Company is a family-owned manufacturer founded in 1835. The company describes its workplace as grounded in teamwork, integrity, mutual respect, and long-term investment in employees. The anticipated starting salary range is $77,200 to $108,900 annually, with individual compensation based on experience, skills, education, certifications, internal equity, and position responsibilities. Hussey is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in engineering.
Record of professional or academic success and activities demonstrating strong work ethic, leadership, creativity, and high standards.
Proficiency in 3D modeling and 2D AutoCAD, or a transferable 2D skillset.
Mechanical aptitude, including knowledge of fasteners, machine design, and hydraulics.
Ability to develop test plans, conduct testing, write test reports, analyze results, and make data-supported recommendations.
Ability to perform structural and stress analysis using hand calculations, spreadsheet tools, and/or commercial FEA software.
Demonstrated project management skills.
Ability to plan, set priorities, and carry out detail-oriented work.
Ability to collaborate across the Engineering department and the wider organization.
Willingness to undertake occasional, short-duration travel.
Ability to work hands-on in the lab and in the field.
Desire for continuous learning, willingness to take on new challenges, and ability to adapt to a changing environment.

Nice To Haves

Design and manufacturing experience with structural steel, plywood, sheet steel stamping and forming, or welding.
Experience with quick-turnaround prototyping and testing.
Engineer-in-Training (EIT) status and willingness to work toward Professional Engineer (PE) licensure.

Responsibilities

Develop customer-specific design solutions for Hussey’s telescopic and chair seating product lines, emphasizing manufacturability and cost effectiveness.
Revise code-compliant submittal drawings after customer approval to reflect the product configurations to be provided.
Work with project managers, architects, and general contractors to obtain information needed for detail design and engineering.
Travel to job sites to assist with 3D building scans and capture building measurements.
Use 3D design software, AutoCAD, and in-house applications to design seating equipment solutions that fit building spaces.
Analyze platform structures and related designs using structural analysis software, Mathcad, and other tools.
Prototype, test, and validate new designs.
Produce part drawings, installation instructions, and scheduling data needed to manufacture and install seating components.
Provide guidance during manufacturing of custom designs.
Provide technical support throughout installation, including call support and occasional on-site assistance.
Identify, propose, and implement continuous-improvement changes, including ideas to reduce waste, improve production capabilities, and enhance performance.