May 2027 New Graduate Engineer, Mechanical

About Mach Industries

Founded in 2023, Mach Industries is a rapidly growing defense technology company focused on developing next-generation autonomous defense platforms. With a workforce of approximately 350 employees, we operate with startup agility and ambition.

The Role

Mach Industries is seeking a New Grad Mechanical Engineer to join our team in designing, prototyping, and iterating on mechanical and electromechanical systems that support next-generation defense platforms. In this hands-on role, you’ll contribute to the development of innovative manufacturable hardware. As a Mechanical Engineer, you will play a key role in prototyping and refining mechanical systems, and optimizing designs for performance and scalability. Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, you’ll help shape the next wave of defense technologies, from concept to deployment.

Key Responsibilities

• Own the mechanical design and development of subsystem-level hardware, from early CAD concepts to functional prototypes, all the way through mass production.
• Integrate mechanical systems with sensors, actuators, and embedded control hardware.
• Lead hands-on testing, including design validation and hardware iteration based on performance feedback.
• Drive manufacturability, part selection, and tolerance stack-up decisions for scalable production.
• Apply mechanical fundamentals (thermal, structural, materials) to inform robust, lightweight designs.
• Contribute to test plans, technical documentation, and engineering reviews.
• Perform analytical modeling and simulation to evaluate mechanical system performance, guide design decisions, and inform trade studies.
• Support critical project milestones, including working extended hours or weekends.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• 1+ years of experience in mechanical engineering, with a focus on designing and prototyping mechanical systems (can be in a professional, hobby or academic setting)
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Graduating with a bachelor’s degree, master’s degree or PhD by summer 2027.

Preferred Qualifications

• Intermediate skills in 3D modeling and CAD tools (e.g., NX, SolidWorks, etc.) for mechanical design and iteration.
• Experience with programming languages (e.g. python, MATLAB, C++) for analytical modeling, simulation and engineering problem-solving.
• Familiarity with lightweight materials, composites, or additive manufacturing techniques.
• Experience with FEA or multi-physics software packages.
• Knowledge of aerodynamics, fluid dynamics, or thermal management as applied to mechanical systems.

Additional Requirements

• Available to work extended hours and weekends as needed.

ITAR Requirements

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.