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Mechanical Engineering Lead

Ultimate Staffing
Irvine, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/7/2026

Mechanical Engineering Lead

Required Experience:

  • 8-10 years of mechanical design engineering experience in industries such as:
    • Power electronics
    • Energy / Battery Charging
    • Electronics
    • Electric Vehicles (EV)
  • 2-3 years of direct management experience (you will lead a team of 5 senior engineers).
  • Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering with 10-12 years of experience, or Master's with 8-10 years.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead engineering efforts while remaining hands‑on when needed.
  • Expertise in electronic packaging, including 3D modeling of assemblies and cable harnesses.
  • Experience in thermal and dynamic simulation tools.
  • Proficiency with SolidWorks, Pro-E/Creo, and AutoCAD.
  • Strong project management and analytical skills.
  • Excellent communication and organizational abilities.

What Makes This Role Unique

  • Leadership opportunity with a technical edge-perfect for someone who likes to roll up their sleeves.
  • Chance to influence next‑generation power‑conversion products with a global impact.
  • Highly collaborative, innovation‑driven R&D environment.
  • Direct mentorship responsibilities with both domestic and international engineers.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive salary: $150,000 - $170,000 DOE
  • Company & individual performance bonus eligibility
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Employer-sponsored medical coverage
  • 401(k) plan
  • Inclusive and supportive workplace culture

If you're a mechanical engineering leader passionate about solving complex power‑design challenges and guiding talented engineers, I'd love to speak with you. Apply today to learn more about this confidential opportunity!


Desired Skills and Experience

Required Experience:

8-10 years of mechanical design engineering experience in industries such as:

Power electronics
Energy / Battery Charging
Electronics
Electric Vehicles (EV)


2-3 years of direct management experience (you will lead a team of 5 senior engineers).
Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering with 10-12 years of experience, or Master's with 8-10 years.
Demonstrated ability to lead engineering efforts while remaining hands‑on when needed.
Expertise in electronic packaging, including 3D modeling of assemblies and cable harnesses.
Experience in thermal and dynamic simulation tools.
Proficiency with SolidWorks, Pro-E/Creo, and AutoCAD.
Strong project management and analytical skills.
Excellent communication and organizational abilities.


What Makes This Role Unique

Leadership opportunity with a technical edge-perfect for someone who likes to roll up their sleeves.
Chance to influence next‑generation power‑conversion products with a global impact.
Highly collaborative, innovation‑driven R&D environment.
Direct mentorship responsibilities with both domestic and international engineers.


Compensation & Benefits

Competitive salary: $150,000 - $170,000 DOE
Company & individual performance bonus eligibility
Comprehensive benefits package
Employer-sponsored medical coverage
401(k) plan
Inclusive and supportive workplace culture


If you're a mechanical engineering leader passionate about solving complex power‑design challenges and guiding talented engineers, I'd love to speak with you. Apply today to learn more about this confidential opportunity!

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.

Salary : $150,000 - $170,000

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