Mechanical Design Engineer

Mechanical Design Engineer

The Mechanical Design Engineer collaborates with a local team or global engineering team on product design which satisfy customer specifications. This process includes design, product validation, completing documentation and executing launch items for production. Complete all related drawings, documentation and release in internal systems.

General Responsibilities • Advises on engineering fundamentals and org to make sound decisions on complex technical issues • Competitive analysis (benchmarking patent research, cost estimates etc.) • Strongly influence design for manufacturability • Detailed understanding of market and implications for business • Proactively challenge and drives the organization to deliver improved quality and performance related to engineering design • Maintain product documentation (drawings and specifications) • Direct interaction with customers to solicit product specifications requirements, schedule expectations and budget • Leads research and welding characterization processes • Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles, materials, mechanics, fluid, thermo and heat transfer • Advanced knowledge of basic electrical circuits, microelectronic assembly, statistical methods, process control fundamentals and product test processes • Familiarity with manufacturing methods – welding, brazing, soldering, adhesive bonding, machining, stamping, molding and forming. Basic knowledge of core manufacturing processes • Oversees mechanical design activities while participating on cross-functional New Product Development (NPD) teams • Leads design prototype builds and production validation activities in collaboration with manufacturing, quality, and supply • Advises on design, fabrication, modification, and evaluation in support of manufacturing operations such as machining, metal forming, plastics processing, welding and brazing, assembly, and material handling

Experience / Qualifications • A university degree required (i.e. Bachelors degree) or equivalent relevant work experience • Must be a team player able to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to handle multiple competing tasks and demands • Strong communication skills; oral, written and presentation • Strong organization, planning and time management skills to achieve results • Strong personal and professional ethical values and integrity • Holds self-accountable to achieving goals and standards • Proficient in Microsoft Office programs (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel) • Strong interpersonal & collaboration skills to work effectively with all levels of the organization including suppliers and/or external customers

Sensata's high-voltage engineering team works directly with automotive manufacturers and suppliers to develop components for cutting-edge electric vehicles. We are seeking an experienced, senior engineer who is able to handle complex tasks with minimal supervision while also working across global teams and mentoring younger engineers. An ideal candidate will have experience working with high voltage products and dealing directly with customers and suppliers. We are passionate about what we do, and are looking for a positive, enthusiastic individual to join our team.

Base Salary Range: $124,200.00 - $170,830.00 At Sensata, our employees are the key to our success and growth. We recognize that each individual brings their own unique experience, therefore the base salary range information shown above is a general guideline only. Sensata considers several factors when extending an offer, including, but not limited to, a candidate's experience and qualifications, as well as internal equity, market and business considerations. In addition to base salary, Sensata offers competitive medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance plans, along with education reimbursement, wellness programs, a 401(k) retirement plan with Company matching, and a variety of paid time off, such as vacation or flex-time, sick, bereavement, and parental leave. Certain positions are also eligible for short-term incentive and long-term incentive programs.