What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanical Engineer position at The QTI Group?
We’re seeking a hands-on Mechanical Engineer to design, test, and improve rotating electrical connectors and motion control components used in industrial automation applications. This role partners with manufacturing, machine shops, and cross-functional engineering teams to bring products from concept through production.
What You’ll Do
- Design and develop custom rotary electrical connectors and rotating mechanical assemblies
- Create SolidWorks 2D and 3D CAD models, detailed drawings, and work instructions
- Build, test, and troubleshoot mechanical prototypes
- Support manufacturing, assembly, first-article qualification, and production
- Manage multiple engineering projects and customer-driven timelines
- Collaborate with vendors and machine shops to improve design for manufacturability (DFM)
- Drive improvements in product performance, reliability, and cost
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field
- 4–5 years of mechanical engineering experience
- Advanced SolidWorks CAD proficiency
- Experience with complex assemblies, tight tolerances, and GD&T fundamentals
- Hands-on experience with manufacturing processes and prototyping
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with rotary seals, bearings, O-rings, and rotating equipment
- Knowledge of materials selection and qualification
- Basic electrical engineering principles
- Experience with machining, product testing, or validation (HALT)
- Familiarity with industrial standards (ISO, CE, UL, IEC)
- Exposure to Arduino, Python, or automation-related programming
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