Mechanical Engineer

Cogent Talent Solutions
Hartford, CT
On-site

Who this role is best for

A natural match if you have 7+ years of mechanical engineering experience in a manufacturing environment and a track record of cross-functional collaboration.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with 7+ years of mechanical engineering experience in manufacturing and a history of working with hydraulic and pneumatic systems
    — “7+ years of mechanical engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.”
  • Individuals who have experience preparing test procedures and conducting performance testing on mechanical assemblies
    — “Prepare test procedures and conduct performance testing on various types of assemblies”
  • Candidates with proficiency in AutoCAD/Inventor and a background in mechanical design principles and materials science
    — “Proficiency with AutoCAD/Inventor (preferred). Strong knowledge of mechanical design principles, materials science, thermodynamics, and fluid mechanics.”

Things to consider

  • The role involves regular in-person visits to shop floor, yard, or testing environments, which may require physical mobility.
    — “Primarily office environment with regular visits to shop floor, yard, or testing areas.”
  • Candidates must be prepared for occasional travel to vendors, customers, or project sites.
    — “Occasional travel to vendors, customers, or project sites.”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience with hydraulic and pneumatic systems and cross-functional team collaboration in your resume and interviews.
    — “Strong knowledge in hydraulic and pneumatic engineered controlled systems.”
  • Demonstrate your ability to implement design improvements that drive efficiency and reduce costs.
    — “Support cost-reduction and efficiency initiatives through design improvements.”
  • Showcase your track record of preparing engineering drawings and models with technical documentation.
    — “Prepare engineering drawings, models, and technical documentation.”
  • Emphasize your experience in evaluating product performance and implementing reliability improvements.
    — “Evaluate product performance and implement improvements to ensure reliability and efficiency.”
  • Demonstrate your ability to research and apply new materials, methods, and technologies for innovation.
    — “Research new materials, methods, and technologies to support continuous improvement and innovation.”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • Developed mechanical systems and components
  • Improved product performance and reliability
  • Supported manufacturability and resolved technical issues
Typical background
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering7+ years of mechanical engineering experience

Skills & requirements

Required

Mechanical EngineeringAutocad/inventorHydraulic And Pneumatic SystemsMechanical Design PrinciplesMaterials ScienceThermodynamicsFluid MechanicsEngineering AnalysisProject ManagementCross-functional Team Collaboration

Preferred

Autocad/inventorCost-reduction InitiativesMentorship

Stack & domain

AutocadInventorHydraulic SystemsPneumatic SystemsMechanical Design PrinciplesMaterials ScienceThermodynamicsFluid MechanicsEngineering AnalysisAutocad/inventorProblem-solvingOrganizationalProject ManagementCommunicationCollaborationManufacturing

About the role

Original posting from Cogent Talent Solutions via Lever

The Mechanical Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and improving mechanical systems, components, and products to support engineering and production operations. This role involves applying engineering principles, conducting analysis, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure projects meet technical requirements, safety standards, and customer expectations. The Mechanical Engineer plays a key role in driving innovation, product quality, and efficiency improvements across the organization. The Mechanical Engineer reports directly to the Chief Technology Officer (CTO). This position may collaborate with Fabrication, Assembly, Maintenance, Quality, and Production teams.

Compensation:

RESPONSIBILITIES

Primary Duties

--Ability to interpret technical specifications to develop conceptual drawings and bill of materials.

--Design and develop mechanical systems, components, and equipment in alignment with project specifications.

--Prepare engineering drawings, models, and technical documentation.

--Prepare test procedures and conduct performance testing on various types of assemblies

--Perform analysis to validate designs.

--Evaluate product performance and implement improvements to ensure reliability and efficiency.

--Collaborate with Production, Quality, and Operations to support manufacturability and resolve technical issues.

--Research new materials, methods, and technologies to support continuous improvement and innovation.

--Provide technical support to internal teams, customers, and vendors as required.

Ancillary Duties

--Assist in developing and maintaining engineering standards and best practices.

--Support cost-reduction and efficiency initiatives through design improvements.

--Provide mentorship and guidance to junior engineers or interns.

QUALIFICATIONS

Skills Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
  • 7+ years of mechanical engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • Strong knowledge in hydraulic and pneumatic engineered controlled systems. 
  • Proficiency with AutoCAD/Inventor (preferred).
  • Strong knowledge of mechanical design principles, materials science, thermodynamics, and fluid mechanics.
  • Ability to conduct engineering analysis.
  • Strong problem-solving, organizational, and project management skills.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills for cross-functional teamwork.
  • Familiarity with applicable safety, regulatory, and industry standards.

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to work at a desk/computer for extended periods.
  • Occasional lifting of up to 25lbs when handling prototypes, parts, or test equipment.
  • Ability to move through production, fabrication, and testing environments as needed which may include climbing ladders.
  • Reasonable accommodations may be available for individuals with disabilities.

WORKING CONDITIONS

  • Primarily office environment with regular visits to shop floor, yard, or testing areas.
  • Collaboration with cross-functional teams in both office and production settings.
  • Occasional travel to vendors, customers, or project sites.

BENEFITS

  • Health, Dental, Vision insurance
  • PTO and holidays
  • 401k with employer match
  • Profit Sharing

Source: Cogent Talent Solutions careers (Lever)

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