Mechanical Engineer

Position Overview

Full lifecycle Mechanical / Vehicle Engineer role within a specialty vehicle manufacturing environment. This engineer owns complete vehicle conversion systems from concept through production launch — no segmented OEM handoffs. The role requires hands-on design, prototyping, validation, and launch execution within a fast-paced, build-focused environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead full product development from concept to production launch
• Design vehicle conversion systems in 3D CAD (Inventor preferred)
• Engineer mechanisms, suspensions, structures, closures, and integrated vehicle systems
• Build and support prototypes; conduct hands-on validation testing
• Perform FEA, GD&T, tolerance stack-up, DVP&R, and DFMEA
• Execute APQP / stage-gate development processes
• Meet cost, quality, durability, and performance targets
• Support production launch and troubleshoot issues on the floor
• Collaborate cross-functionally (Manufacturing, Quality, Sales, Portfolio)
• Drive design standardization and cost optimization

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (U.S. accredited)
• 4+ years product development experience
• Proven experience taking complex products from concept through launch
• Strong 3D CAD skills (Inventor, SolidWorks, or similar)
• Hands-on prototyping and validation experience
• Strong mechanical fundamentals (mechanisms, structural design, system integration)
• Experience leading projects in cross-functional environment

Preferred Qualifications

• 7+ years relevant experience
• Automotive, specialty vehicle, transportation, or motorsports background
• DFMEA / PFMEA / DOE experience
• Root cause problem solving (8D)
• Sheet metal, welding, and vehicle packaging experience
• Knowledge of fuel, exhaust, cooling, and braking systems
• Experience with FEA, GD&T, tolerance analysis
• Lean and APQP familiarity