Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer | Perm | On-Site | WyomingAbout the Company:Our client is a research and development company specializing in advanced, ruggedized power generation systems. They are under contract with a U.S. government agency to develop and test a prototype of a small-scale, mobile, sub-100kWe electrical generator built on next-generation energy technology.Position Overview:This role offers hands-on leadership experience, working alongside experienced professionals on real-world engineering projects. The Mechanical Engineer III will manage ongoing initiatives, direct technical and analytical work, supervise the mechanical engineering team, and foster a collaborative environment between peers and direct reports. This position plays a key role in driving technical development and keeping project milestones on track.Key Responsibilities:Lead teams through design, fabrication, analysis, and testing of systems and componentsIntegrate mechanical and electro-mechanical assembliesIndependently manage projects as directed by the CTOReview and create standards for technical drawings, component/assembly models, reports, and documentationCoordinate resources across teams to complete mechanical and electro-mechanical designsSupervise iterative manufacturing and lead design reviewsSpecify, collect, and analyze data to support robust design, product refinement, and process improvementUtilize engineering tools (CAD, CFD, structural analysis, CAM, rapid prototyping, project management software) to ensure designs meet requirementsCollaborate with cross-functional teams to support product and process developmentActively participate in cross-functional design and manufacturing functionsMandatory Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (+10 years experience) or Master's degree (+8 years experience)Previous team leadership experience managing concurrent projectsStrong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills (verbal and written)Preferred Qualifications:Proficiency in engineering software/tools (AutoCAD, Inventor, Nastran, MATLAB, Python, Excel, etc.), machining tools (Autodesk, FeatureCAM, etc.), and modeling/simulation software (Flownex, etc.)Hands-on engineering experience (welding, manual/CNC machining, 3D printing in plastic and metal, programming, etc.)Demonstrated ability to lead mechanical and electro-mechanical assemblies, documentation controls, and tolerance stackup analysis for thermal expansion compensationProven ability to lead Design for Manufacturing (DFM) initiatives to optimize components, electronics, and equipment for best-value manufacturingCompensation and Benefits:Strong Base SalaryPTO, Sick Leave, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, all federal holidays plus 1 floating holiday