Mechanical Engineering Manager (On-Site)

We are seeking an experienced Staff Mechanical Engineering Manager to lead a high-performing engineering team and drive the design and development of advanced mechanical systems. This on-site role requires a strong technical leader with deep engineering expertise and proven experience managing complex, multidisciplinary projects.Mechanical Engineering Manager (On-Site)ResponsibilitiesLead and develop a team of mechanical engineers.Manage performance, feedback, and career growth.Oversee hiring, onboarding, and training.Drive strategic mechanical engineering initiatives.Identify process improvements and new technologies.Provide expert technical guidance on complex design challenges.Review and approve designs, analyses, and documentation.Establish best practices in design, thermal analysis, materials, and manufacturing.Coordinate effectively across cross-functional teams.Support proposals, white papers, and RFIs.Collaborate with Program Managers on technical planning.Serve as the primary mechanical engineering point of contact.Deliver internal and customer technical briefings.Contribute to product innovation and continuous improvement.Perform additional duties as needed.QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.15 years in mechanical engineering; 3–5 years in leadership.Strong expertise in mechanical design, thermal analysis, materials, and manufacturing.Proven leadership and team-development experience.Experience designing manufacturable products.Proficiency with SolidWorks and project management tools.Strong GD&T and system-level analysis knowledge.Experience integrating mechanical, electrical, optical, and related systems.Familiarity with Lean/continuous improvement.Knowledge of ASME, ASTM, API standards.Excellent project management and multitasking skills.Experience with full product lifecycle development.Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 and Teams.Proposal writing experience.Strong communication and interpersonal skills.Highly organized, analytical, and self-directed.Ability to adapt to modern tools and workflows.Regular on-site presence required.Must be legally authorized to access U.S. government-controlled technology.Company DescriptionThe experts at Connected Systems Partners, Inc. have decades of successful experience providing technology recruiting and staffing services for Fortune 500 companies to new business start-ups. We specialize in Embedded Software, Firmware, Hardware/Electrical, QA/test Engineering, Mechanical and Engineering Technicians, in MA, NH, CT and RI.Since our founding in 2011, Connected Systems Partners has been providing a superior level of service to the technology workforce, looking to advance their careers and organizations looking to add contract, contract to hire, or permanent talent to their teams. Get Connected!