Mechanical Design Engineer

We are looking for a highly skilled Mechanical Design Engineer to join our team. This role involves leading the design and development of ceramic, refractory, steel, and insulation assemblies, as well as the mechanical integration of instrumentation and cable routing into the system. The ideal candidate combines deep technical expertise with hands-on experience bringing complex mechanical designs from concept to production.
What You’ll Do (responsibilities include but are not limited to):
Design components, assemblies, and systems — including ceramic, refractory, steel, and insulation parts — that are cycled and maintained at high temperatures up to 1500°C
Conduct FEA and 1D thermal and fluid-flow analysis to confirm mechanical performance and correlate against test data; contribute to FMEA activities to identify and mitigate failure risks
Drive rapid prototyping and fast build-test-learn iteration cycles to quickly validate designs and accelerate maturity
Apply GD&T principles and tolerance stack-up analysis to critical features
Specify and mechanically integrate high-temperature measurement devices and other sensors into the assembly — including mounting, thermal/electrical isolation, and cable routing — in collaboration with electrical and controls engineers
Utilize CAD and PLM software (SolidWorks preferred) for design, documentation, and configuration control
Formulate subsystem requirements and prepare documentation for external suppliers and stakeholders
Lead and participate in design reviews, schedule estimation, and progress reporting to cross-functional teams
What You’ll Bring:
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
3–5 years of mechanical design engineering experience, taking designs from concept through production
Proficiency in FEA and 1D thermal analysis; CFD experience a plus
Strong fundamentals in GD&T and tolerance stack-ups
Design experience with high-temperature materials and thermal-mechanical systems strongly preferred
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Bonus Points!
Hands-on instrumentation, cable/harness design experience