What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanical Engineer position at Wright Electric?
About Wright Electric
Wright Electric builds power systems behind the future of aerospace and defense — from 30 kW expeditionary generators to multi-megawatt airborne propulsion. Our work spans electric motors, next-generation batteries, power electronics, and complete power systems like DenseGen and Dynamo, all engineered for a step-change in power and energy density. Since 2016, we've earned the trust of some of the most demanding customers in the world, including AFSOC, the USMC, PACAF, USTRANSCOM, NASA, ARPA-E, the FAA, and U.S. Air Force programs. It's genuinely cutting-edge work.
We also move fast. Wright is an all-hands, high-ownership environment where the pace is quick and the problems are hard, and the people who thrive here are the ones who dig in and drive their work to the finish. At the same time, we know sustained great work depends on rest: we respect our team's personal time and protect the boundaries that keep people sharp, healthy, and here for the long haul.
The Role
Wright is hiring a mechanical engineer who will contribute to the development of Wright Electric’s motor and power programs. You'll help us build prototypes and production-ready units, and support the full design life cycle including design, procurement, fabrication, and test. The ideal candidate is assertive, pragmatic, hands-on, with excellent communication skills.
What You'll Do
- Mechanical design of innovative power generation systems and their components
- Prepare drawings and source custom parts from fabricators
- Build, integrate, and test motors, generators, and power systems
Qualifications
Required:
- 5 years of relevant work experience
- Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or related field is required
- Demonstrated proficiency 3D CAD software, such as Solidworks or Onshape
- Experience producing mechanical drawings
- Experience with Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing
- Excellent attention to detail with strong organizational and follow-through skills
- Ability to collaborate with high-performing teams and individuals throughout the company to accomplish common goals
Desired :
- Prototyping
- Experience with engines and generators
- Familiarity with Industrial equipment, such as pumps and variable speed drives
- Capable of owning tasks from beginning to end
Location:
Malta, New York. On-site presence is required.
Pay: $75,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Relocation assistance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $75,000 - $85,000