Associate Mechanical Engineer, Structures

About the Role

The Associate Mechanical Engineer - Structures supports the design, development, analysis, testing, and documentation of mechanical components, assemblies, and equipment. This position works under the guidance of senior engineering staff to develop technical skills while contributing to product development, sustaining engineering, cost reduction initiatives, manufacturing support, and continuous improvement activities. The Associate Mechanical Engineer performs fundamental engineering tasks and develops proficiency in engineering principles, company standards, and product knowledge.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and development of mechanical components, systems, and assemblies.
• Create and revise engineering drawings, models, and documentation using CAD software.
• Support engineering change notices (ECNs), design releases, and configuration management processes.
• Perform basic engineering calculations and analyses to support product design and validation.
• Assist with prototype development, testing, troubleshooting, and root cause investigations.
• Participate in product improvement, cost reduction, quality improvement, and standardization initiatives.
• Work with manufacturing, sourcing, quality, service, and other cross-functional teams to support product development and production activities.
• Develop bills of material (BOMs) and maintain engineering documentation within company systems.
• Support validation and verification activities, including test planning, execution, and reporting.
• Ensure designs comply with applicable company standards, safety requirements, and engineering specifications.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and project documentation as required.
• Protect organizational value by maintaining confidentiality of proprietary information.
• Ensure compliance with all safety, health, and environmental regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Perform special projects and other duties as assigned.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Experience with 3D CAD software such as Autodesk Inventor, SolidWorks, Creo, or similar platforms.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Familiarity with ERP, PDM, or PLM systems is beneficial.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in an applicable engineering field from an accredited institution.
• Internship, co-op, senior design project, or other practical engineering experience preferred.
• Basic understanding of mechanical engineering principles, machine design, manufacturing processes, and mechanical systems.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Familiarity with engineering calculations and analysis methods.
• Ability to draw relevant conclusions after appropriate study with moderate coaching.
• Maintains accuracy and attention to detail in design and analysis.
• Demonstrates an orderly, analytical thought process.
• Applies engineering fundamentals to solve routine technical problems.
• Collects, organizes, and evaluates technical data to support engineering decisions.
• Differentiates between useful data and noise for analysis.
• Notices when a current situation is similar to a past situation and identifies the similarities.
• Shows some interest in new approaches to tools, methods or technologies in own technical discipline.
• Understands when and where a decision is required in his/her work area.
• Makes sound decisions within established procedures and seeks guidance when required.
• Prioritizes and organizes tasks and assignments to meet project deadlines and manage workload efficiently.
• After up-front explanation of work and expectations, requires little guidance.
• Demonstrates willingness to learn and accept increasing responsibility.
• Takes ownership of assigned tasks and follows through to completion.
• Works effectively within cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrates strong verbal and written communication skills.

Additional Information

• Up to 20% travel required to support testing, product validation, supplier visits, or customer support activities.
• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.