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Mechanical Product Develpment Engineer - Design & Test

Héroux-Devtek
Livonia, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 9/27/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/23/2025
Heroux-Devtek, the world’s 3rd largest producer of landing gear, serves the civil and military aerospace markets from production facilities in North America, Europe and United Kingdom. The Company’s longevity, flexibility, and track record for the development and implementation of innovative production systems have distinguished it as a leader in the domain. With its most recent acquisitions, Heroux-Devtek is bolstering its status as one of the foremost landing gear, actuation and hydraulic system designers and manufacturers in the global aerospace industry.

Division Info

Located in Livonia, Michigan, the 120 employee facility (100,000 sq. ft.) is one of Héroux-Devtek’s centers of excellence for design, development, manufacturing, assembly and support of landing gear, actuation systems and other aerospace components.

As part of the Central Division you will lead P&L responsible for critical machining operations of major commercial aircraft programs supporting Boeing, LockHeed Martin, Parker Hannifan, and military initiatives such as the B-2 Stealth, F105, and V280.

With a strong focus on latest technology of the manufacturing processes with machining automation and techniques we aim to remain the best value producer of complex landing gear components.

What we offer?

  • Leaders who invest in your success, development, and growth
  • A culture of true teamwork and pride in our product
  • Competitive salaries linked to performance and paid time off
  • 9 paid holidays
  • A comprehensive group insurance plan including a HAS/FSA options, Dental & Vision
  • Coverage for Domestic Partnerships
  • Supportive wellness program, including healthcare discounts
  • Automatic Life Insurance with supplemental options
  • Short and Long Term Disability Insurance
  • Opportunities for retirement savings with 401k plans including a company match
  • Tuition reimbursement for relevant Certifications, Education, & Trainings
  • Free access to a virtual doctor and the employee assistance program
  • Social activities for all employees (BBQ, Golf, Christmas parties, etc.)
  • Generous referral bonuses and advantageous recognition programs
  • A motivating work environment and a human management style where you can make a difference

Summary Of Position

The Mechanical Product Development Engineer - Design & Test – Actuation is responsible for the design of electro-mechanical actuation systems. Additionally, the engineer will have conceptual design responsibility as well as system layouts and detail part level responsibility. This job description indicates the general nature and level of the work that is expected. It is not designed to contain a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities. Other duties may be required.

Main Responsibilities

  • Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience
  • Minimum of five years design experience with mechanical systems (i.e., actuation, transmissions)
  • Experience with design and analysis of motion control systems, including electric motors and drives, geartrain layout, and bearing analysis.
  • Proficiency using and understanding GD&T
  • Proficiency using computer based data entry systems such as MS Office
  • Proficiency using engineering software such as MathCad or PTC Creo
  • Experience with simulation tools (e.g. Matlab/Simulink).
  • Experience with DC motor controls from simple PWM brushed to BLDC and stepper motors.
  • Familiarity with EMI and RFI suppression techniques and testing.
  • Technical writing experience.
  • Knowledge of proactive and reactive problem-solving techniques (e.g. root cause analysis, red-x, fishbone diagram, fault tree analysis, etc.) to support issue resolution.
  • Strong communication, organizational skills, detail-oriented, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Must be proactive, self-driven, and capable of delivering presentations and trainings
  • Action Oriented, Dealing with Ambiguity, Customer Focus, Problem Solving

Qualifications

  • Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience
  • Minimum of five years design experience with mechanical systems (i.e., actuation, transmissions)
  • Experience with design and analysis of motion control systems, including electric motors and drives, geartrain layout, and bearing analysis.
  • Proficiency using and understanding GD&
  • Proficiency using computer based data entry systems such as MS Office
  • Proficiency using engineering software such as MathCad or PTC Creo
  • Experience with simulation tools (e.g. Matlab/Simulink).
  • Experience with DC motor controls from simple PWM brushed to BLDC and stepper motors.
  • Familiarity with EMI and RFI suppression techniques and testing.
  • Technical writing experience.
  • Knowledge of proactive and reactive problem-solving techniques (e.g. root cause analysis, red-x, fishbone diagram, fault tree analysis, etc.) to support issue resolution.
  • Strong communication, organizational skills, detail-oriented, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Must be proactive, self-driven, and capable of delivering presentations and trainings
  • Action Oriented, Dealing with Ambiguity, Customer Focus, Problem Solving

Are you known as an innovation driver? Are you looking for your next challenge and opportunity to learn & excel in Aerospace? Héroux-Devtek offers you the opportunity to work in a diverse and team-oriented environment where skills development is a top priority. Here, employees are at the heart of the realization of the product, developed through engineering centers, factories, a service unit, and an accessible and agile head office for fast decision-making.

Be part of a motivating top-notch team taking Aerospace to new heights!

Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship

HDI Landing Gear is an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, HDI Landing Gear will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

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