Mechanical Engineer - Product Development

Mainstream Engineering•Rockledge, FL

About The Position

Mainstream Engineering Corporation is seeking a Mechanical/Product Development Engineer to take ownership of new product designs from concept through production. The role involves developing 3D CAD models and detailed drawings, building and testing prototypes, and collaborating with manufacturing to bring designs into production. The engineer will work on a diverse range of commercial and defense products and contribute throughout product development, qualification, validation, and production.

Requirements

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering field.
Minimum GPA of 3.3 for all completed degrees.
Professional experience with mechanical/product design and development.
Experience using 3D CAD software to create models and engineering drawings.
Understanding of Design for Manufacturing (DFM).
Experience taking products or components from design into production.
U.S. citizenship required due to ITAR requirements.

Nice To Haves

Three or more years of mechanical/product development engineering experience.
Experience with GD&T / ASME Y14.5.
Experience with CNC machining, sheet metal, injection molding, casting, tube fabrication, or other manufacturing processes.
Experience with product development or stage-gate processes.
Experience with prototyping and product testing.
Experience processing Engineering Change Orders (ECOs).

Responsibilities

Develop new mechanical products and components from initial concept through production.
Create 3D CAD models, assemblies, and detailed engineering drawings.
Evaluate and improve existing products through redesign and engineering analysis.
Develop prototypes and support product testing, qualification, and validation.
Apply Design for Manufacturing (DFM) principles to new and existing designs.
Identify critical-to-function features and develop practical solutions for quality, reliability, and manufacturability.
Work directly with manufacturing, machinists, technicians, and other engineers to bring designs into production.
Support material, component, tooling, and manufacturing process selection.
Create and process Engineering Change Orders (ECOs).
Apply GD&T and sound engineering principles to ensure designs meet functional and manufacturing requirements.
Participate in product development reviews and help move projects from concept to production.