Principal Mechanical Engineer
About The Position
Reporting to the Engineering Manager, the Principal Mechanical Engineer will be a senior technical Individual Contributor, responsible for shaping the future of Videojet’s product platforms. This is a high-impact role where you’ll: Lead Value Analysis/Value Engineering (VAVE) initiatives to improve reliability and reduce costs Drive Maintenance of Line (MOL) activities, including root cause analysis and continuous improvement Architect and validate mechanical design changes to address obsolescence, quality, and safety issues Develop and oversee test plans using lab testing, simulation, and analytical tools Manage multiple engineering projects, ensuring alignment with business goals and timelines Act as a trusted advisor across manufacturing, procurement, tech support, quality, and product management Mentor junior engineers and champion best practices in mechanical engineering
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (Master’s preferred)
- 10+ years of engineering experience in new product development (NDP) and/or Maintenance of Line (MOL) support.
- 5+ years working with industrial equipment or similar technologies.
- Proven leadership in cross-functional technical projects
- Advanced mechanical design with plastics and metals (injection molding, sheet metal fabrication)
- Proficiency in CAD tools (SolidWorks)
- Strong knowledge of product lifecycle management (NPD, SOPs, change control)
- Experience with Daily Management and Visual Management practices
Nice To Haves
- Electromechanical industrial equipment (gear pumps, diaphragm pumps, cooling fans, solenoid valves)
Responsibilities
- Lead Value Analysis/Value Engineering (VAVE) initiatives to improve reliability and reduce costs
- Drive Maintenance of Line (MOL) activities, including root cause analysis and continuous improvement
- Architect and validate mechanical design changes to address obsolescence, quality, and safety issues
- Develop and oversee test plans using lab testing, simulation, and analytical tools
- Manage multiple engineering projects, ensuring alignment with business goals and timelines
- Act as a trusted advisor across manufacturing, procurement, tech support, quality, and product management
- Mentor junior engineers and champion best practices in mechanical engineering
Benefits
- Performance-based bonuses and annual salary reviews
- Company-paid accident insurance and preventive healthcare from day one
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- 401K savings plan
- Attractive employee referral program
- Paid maternity and paternity leave
- Employee events and social clubs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
