Job Description
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Senior Design Engineer is responsible for the documentation and specification of equipment for mechanical solutions for both new and existing electric motors/coil/actuator assemblies in a cross-functional engineering team environment. This position has direct contact with the customers to understand their specification/needs and determine the best solution. The ideal candidate will approach the solutions from a systems standpoint and be capable of leading the project through the design/development process. The candidate would take direction from the project manager or engineering manager but needs to be capable of managing the day-to-day work on his/her own.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Highly skilled at converting customer requirements into electro-mechanical solutions.
• Self-starter, capable of maintaining project organization throughout production process.
• Understands the applications and implications of GD T and its effects on the manufacturability and inspection of the parts.
• Able to generate tolerance stack-up studies for mechanical components and assemblies.
• Work with product development project teams as the engineering design lead.
• Participate in hands on troubleshooting activities, cost-reduction activities, component evaluations, and other manufacturing initiatives.
• Collaborates with the test organization to define the testing requirements that align with customer specifications.
• Highly adept at organizing projects from initial directives through fabrication, assembly, QC, and initial production.
• Occasional regional and international travel is required (up to 20%)

Requirements
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS PREFERRED Experience

• BS. in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience is required.
• At least 10 years of experience in design and development with a strong emphasis in the manufacturing process
• At least 5 years of electric motor design experience is required.
• Solenoid, electromechanical machines, gear, or power screw design experience a plus.
• Strong materials and finish background preferred.
• Experience in Aerospace or Military Industry is a plus.
• Minimum of five years of experience doing detailed CAD design. Solidworks strongly preferred.
• A working knowledge of stress, strain FEA and thermal analysis packages that are available in SolidWorks is beneficial.
• Hands on troubleshooting and design for manufacturability experience
• Understanding quality requirements and how inspection will inspect a component based on detailed drawing specifications/tolerances.

Please note: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
MTI Motion is an equal employment opportunity (EEOC) employer such that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age or other legally protected status.
We will ensure individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact MTI Motion to request accommodation.
DIVERSITY, EQUITY INCLUSION
At MTI Motion, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace. If you are excited about this role but your experience does not align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or another role.
Candidates must be currently eligible to work on export-controlled projects.