Mechanical Staff Engineer

Ametek, Inc. • Oak Ridge, TN

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Mechanical Staff Engineer provides technical expertise in the design and fabrication of mechanical assemblies that support new product development. This role works cross-functionally with hardware, software, commercialization, R&D, and manufacturing teams to drive compliant, innovative, and manufacturable solutions that meet continuous improvement and production goals.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering or similar (required).
• 6+ years of related experience in mechanical design and fabrication.
• Strong working knowledge of machined parts, sheet metal design and material selection.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks suite of products.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office tools.
• Strong hands-on knowledge of 3D printing technology and materials.
• Good understanding of GD&T.
• Strong hands-on ability using hand tools for drilling, cutting, tapping, bending...etc.
• Understanding of electromechanical devices and their design and construction.
• Effective communicator with ability to work under tight deadlines and maintain project schedules.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to interpret technical instructions and manage abstract variables.
• Ability to collaborate across teams and support manufacturing goals.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of cryogenic and vacuum systems, including materials used in such applications a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design mechanical assemblies using machined, sheet-metal, and injection-molded components, with consideration of fabrication methods, manufacturability, and production requirements.
• Create detailed fabrication drawings for parts and assemblies using CAD tools; communicate with suppliers on design specifications; order prototype parts.
• Build prototypes of newly designed systems and support product introduction to manufacturing through training, documentation and fixture design.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects, including assembly documentation, equipment specification, installation, and budget/time estimation.
• Collaborate with R&D engineers to ensure compliance and smooth product transitions.
• Support procurement with part obsolescence and supply chain challenges.
• Assist documentation control in processing engineering change requests (ECR/ECN).
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to use AI tools to improve productivity, decision-marking, work quality, and to reduce costs.
• Must be able to identify appropriate AI use cases and critically evaluate AI-generated outputs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior